CVE-2002-1790
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
The SMTP service in Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 4.0 and 5.0 allows remote attackers to bypass anti-relaying rules and send spam or spoofed messages via encapsulated SMTP addresses, a similar vulnerability to CVE-1999-0682.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1790?
CVE-2002-1790 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to send spam or spoofed messages.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1790?
To mitigate CVE-2002-1790, ensure that your Microsoft IIS and Exchange Server versions are updated to a secure version or apply available patches from Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1790?
CVE-2002-1790 affects Microsoft Internet Information Services 4.0 and 5.0, as well as Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1790?
CVE-2002-1790 is an anti-relaying vulnerability in the SMTP service that allows unauthorized message sending.
Can CVE-2002-1790 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-1790 can be exploited remotely, enabling attackers to bypass anti-relaying rules.
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