CVE-2002-0490

Name: CVE-2002-0490
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-08-12T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.75%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-0490 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Instant Web Mail before 0.60 does not properly filter CR/LF sequences, which allows remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary POP commands via the id parameter in message.php, or (2) modify certain mail message headers via numerous parameters in write.php.. EPSS estimates a 2.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Instant Web Mail before 0.60 does not properly filter CR/LF sequences, which allows remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary POP commands via the id parameter in message.php, or (2) modify certain mail message headers via numerous parameters in write.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.75%

84.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Instant Web Mail	Instant Web Mail	0.55
Instant Web Mail	Instant Web Mail	0.56
Instant Web Mail	Instant Web Mail	0.57
Instant Web Mail	Instant Web Mail	0.58
Instant Web Mail	Instant Web Mail	0.59

References

http://instantwebmail.sourceforge.net/#changeLog
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8650.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/264041Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4361Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://instantwebmail.sourceforge.net/#changeLog
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8650.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/264041Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4361Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 12, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0490?

How severe is CVE-2002-0490?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0490 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0490?

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-2002-0490?

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Source: NVD / NIST