CVE-2004-0259
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CVE-2004-0259 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The check_referer() function in Formmail.php 5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions via an empty or spoofed HTTP Referer, as demonstrated using an application on the same web server that contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) issue.. EPSS estimates a 2.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The check_referer() function in Formmail.php 5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions via an empty or spoofed HTTP Referer, as demonstrated using an application on the same web server that contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) issue.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Lumbroso Acks | Formmail.Php | 2.0 |
| Joe Lumbroso Acks | Formmail.Php | 5.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9591Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9591Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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