CVE-2017-9801
UnknownEPSS 6.04%
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CVE-2017-9801 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. When a call-site passes a subject for an email that contains line-breaks in Apache Commons Email 1.0 through 1.4, the caller can add arbitrary SMTP headers.. EPSS estimates a 6.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
When a call-site passes a subject for an email that contains line-breaks in Apache Commons Email 1.0 through 1.4, the caller can add arbitrary SMTP headers.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.0 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.1 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.2 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.3 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.3.1 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.3.2 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.3.3 |
| Apache | Commons Email | 1.4 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100082Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039043Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100082Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039043Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9801?
When a call-site passes a subject for an email that contains line-breaks in Apache Commons Email 1.0 through 1.4, the caller can add arbitrary SMTP headers.
How severe is CVE-2017-9801?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9801 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9801?
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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