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CVE-2004-2284

10.0 · HIGH

The read_list_from_file function in vacation.pl for OpenWebmail before 2.32 20040629 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename argument.

Published Dec 31, 2004open_webmailEPSS 3.40%

Overview

CVE-2004-2284 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting open_webmail open_webmail. It was published on December 31, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The read_list_from_file function in vacation.pl for OpenWebmail before 2.32 20040629 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename argument.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from open_webmail. Update open_webmail to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2284?

CVE-2004-2284 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting open_webmail open_webmail. It was published on December 31, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-2284?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-2284?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from open_webmail. Update open_webmail to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2004-2284?

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