CVE-2008-4103

Name: CVE-2008-4103
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-09-18T17:59:32.937+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.49%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-4103 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.. EPSS estimates a 1.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.49%

70.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomla	Com Mailto	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 18, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4103?

The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.

How severe is CVE-2008-4103?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4103 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4103?

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-2008-4103?

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Source: NVD / NIST