CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-1159

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In SquirrelMail version 1.0.4 and earlier, the load_prefs.php file and supporting files do not properly initialize certain PHP variables. This allows remote attackers to view sensitive files and execute arbitrary code by uploading a message that could be interpreted as PHP.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to sensitive data disclosure and remote code execution, potentially leading to serious security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update SquirrelMail to the latest version and review the configuration to minimize the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

load_prefs.php and supporting include files in SquirrelMail 1.0.4 and earlier do not properly initialize certain PHP variables, which allows remote attackers to (1) view sensitive files via the config_php and data_dir options, and (2) execute arbitrary code by using options_order.php to upload a message that could be interpreted as PHP.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS