CVE-2002-1842

UnknownEPSS 2.08%

Last modified

CVE-2002-1842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Perlbot 1.0 beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) a word that is being spell checked or (2) an e-mail address.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Perlbot 1.0 beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) a word that is being spell checked or (2) an e-mail address.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.08%

79.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PerlbotPerlbot1.0_beta

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1842?
Perlbot 1.0 beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) a word that is being spell checked or (2) an e-mail address.
How severe is CVE-2002-1842?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1842?
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