CVE-2002-0437: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0437: Smsd in SMS Server Tools (SMStools) before 1.4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via...

Smsd in SMS Server Tools (SMStools) before 1.4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backquotes) in message text, as described with the term "string format vulnerability" by some sources.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2002-0437 is a legacy remote command execution issue in SMS Server Tools before 1.4.8. A malicious SMS message could include shell metacharacters that smsd mishandles, allowing attacker-controlled commands to run. This matters most where old SMS gateway software still processes inbound messages. Exposure is likely limited to legacy SMStools deployments running versions before 1.4.8, especially systems that receive or process untrusted SMS text. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so asset inventory is essential. Prioritize remediation if any legacy SMStools gateway remains in production. The impact is potentially full host compromise, but urgency depends on whether vulnerable versions are actually deployed and reachable by untrusted message senders. Mitigation focus: Upgrade SMStools to version 1.4.8 or later where still deployed.; Check the vendor history and local package guidance before changing production gateways.; Restrict inbound message sources and access to SMS gateway hosts where possible..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 13:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 2, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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