CVE-2001-0400

Name: CVE-2001-0400
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-07-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 16.60%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0400 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. nph-maillist.pl allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters ("`") in the email address.. EPSS estimates a 16.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

nph-maillist.pl allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters ("`") in the email address.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

16.60%

96.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Matt Tourtillott	Nph-Maillist	3.0
Matt Tourtillott	Nph-Maillist	3.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/175506Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2563Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/175506Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2563Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 2, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0400?

nph-maillist.pl allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters ("`") in the email address.

How severe is CVE-2001-0400?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0400 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0400?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2001-0400?

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Source: NVD / NIST