CVE-2004-1098
UnknownEPSS 1.58%
Last modified
CVE-2004-1098 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. MIMEDefang in MIME-tools 5.414 allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning capabilities via an e-mail attachment with a virus that contains an empty boundary string in the Content-Type header.. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
MIMEDefang in MIME-tools 5.414 allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning capabilities via an e-mail attachment with a virus that contains an empty boundary string in the Content-Type header.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.4 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.14 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.20 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.21 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.38 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.39 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.41 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.42 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.43 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.44 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 2.45 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 4.46 |
| Roaring Penguin | Mimedefang | 4.47 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 9.2 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 2.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 8.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 8.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 8.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 9.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 9.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 9.2 |
References
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-06.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11563Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-06.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11563Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-1098?
MIMEDefang in MIME-tools 5.414 allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning capabilities via an e-mail attachment with a virus that contains an empty boundary string in the Content-Type header.
How severe is CVE-2004-1098?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1098 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1098?
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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