CVE-2003-1015: High severity Paul L Daniels Ripmime vulnerability

Published Sep 24, 2004
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Updated

Multiple content security gateway and antivirus products allow remote attackers to bypass content restrictions via MIME messages that use whitespace in an unusual fashion, which may be interpreted differently by mail clients.

Affected Software

22 affected components
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.0
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper=6.32
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper=6.3
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.2
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.3.2.2
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.7
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.3
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.6
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.3.2.3
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.10
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper=6.31
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.5
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.8
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.4
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.14
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.15
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.1
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.11
Clearswift MAILsweeper=4.3.13
F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper=6.4
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.2.7
Paul L Daniels Ripmime=1.3.2.0

Event History

Sep 24, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-1015?

CVE-2003-1015 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass content filters.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-1015?

To fix CVE-2003-1015, update the affected software versions to the latest releases that address this vulnerability.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2003-1015?

CVE-2003-1015 affects multiple versions of RIPMime, F-Secure Internet Gatekeeper, and Clearswift MAILsweeper.

4

Can CVE-2003-1015 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2003-1015 can be exploited by remote attackers who utilize manipulated MIME messages.

5

What are the workaround options for CVE-2003-1015?

Workarounds for CVE-2003-1015 may include configuring stricter content filtering rules or upgrading to secure versions of the affected software.

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