CVE-2010-0301
UnknownEPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2010-0301 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Maildrop | Maildrop | <= 2.3.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.50 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.51 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.51b |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.51c |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.54 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.54a |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.54b |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.55 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.55a |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.55b |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.55c |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.60 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.61 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.62 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.63 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.64 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.65 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.70 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.71 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.72 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.73 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.74 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.75 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.76 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.99.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 0.99.2 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.2 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.2.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.2.2 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.3 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.4 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.5 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.6 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.7 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.8 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.3.9 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.4.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.5.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.5.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.5.2 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.6.2 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.6.3 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.7.0 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 1.8.1 |
| Maildrop | Maildrop | 2.0.0 |
Showing 50 of 56 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38367Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38374Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38367Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38374Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-0301?
main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2010-0301?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0301 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0301?
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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