CVE-2003-0979
Overview
CVE-2003-0979 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting freescripts visitorbook. It was published on January 5, 2004.
Technical Description
FreeScripts VisitorBook LE (visitorbook.pl) does not properly escape line breaks in input, which allows remote attackers to (1) use VisitorBook as an open mail relay, when $mailuser is 1, via extra headers in the email field, or (2) cause the guestbook database to be deleted via a large number of line breaks that exceeds the $max_posts variable.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freescripts. Update visitorbook to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0979?
CVE-2003-0979 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting freescripts visitorbook. It was published on January 5, 2004.
How severe is CVE-2003-0979?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2003-0979?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freescripts. Update visitorbook to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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