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CVE-2002-0986

UnknownEPSS 3.15%

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CVE-2002-0986 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mail function in PHP 4.x to 4.2.2 does not filter ASCII control characters from its arguments, which could allow remote attackers to modify mail message content, including mail headers, and possibly use PHP as a "spam proxy.". EPSS estimates a 3.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mail function in PHP 4.x to 4.2.2 does not filter ASCII control characters from its arguments, which could allow remote attackers to modify mail message content, including mail headers, and possibly use PHP as a "spam proxy."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.15%

86.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PhpPhp3.0.18
PhpPhp4.0
PhpPhp4.0.1
PhpPhp4.0.2
PhpPhp4.0.3
PhpPhp4.0.4
PhpPhp4.0.5
PhpPhp4.0.6
PhpPhp4.0.7
PhpPhp4.1.0
PhpPhp4.1.1
PhpPhp4.1.2
PhpPhp4.2.0
PhpPhp4.2.1
PhpPhp4.2.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0986?
The mail function in PHP 4.x to 4.2.2 does not filter ASCII control characters from its arguments, which could allow remote attackers to modify mail message content, including mail headers, and possibly use PHP as a "spam proxy."
How severe is CVE-2002-0986?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0986 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0986?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST