CVE-1999-0941
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Jul 28, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0941 is a vulnerability affecting the Mutt mail client. An attacker can exploit this issue by injecting shell metacharacters into the input, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands on the target system. This flaw poses a serious risk, as email messages can be manipulated to contain the malicious input, potentially leading to unauthorized system access. Users are advised to patch their Mutt client as soon as possible to mitigate this vulnerability.
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Affected Products
- Mutt