CVE-2002-0855: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0855: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in Mailman before 2.0.12 allows remote attackers to execute script as ot...

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in Mailman before 2.0.12 allows remote attackers to execute script as other users via a subscriber's list subscription options in the (1) adminpw or (2) info parameters to the ml-name feature.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2002-0855 is an old cross-site scripting issue in GNU Mailman before 2.0.12. A remote attacker could cause script to run in another user's browser through subscription option fields. Business risk is mainly for legacy Mailman installations that remain exposed to the internet. Exposure is most likely on legacy servers running Mailman before 2.0.12, especially public mailing-list subscription or administration interfaces. The bundle does not identify affected CPEs or modern downstream package status. Prioritize if the organization still operates legacy Mailman. For modern environments without Mailman, urgency is low. For exposed pre-2.0.12 systems, remediate promptly because browser-based account abuse may affect administrators or subscribers. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Mailman to 2.0.12 or later where applicable.; Apply relevant vendor security updates from Red Hat, Debian, or Conectiva.; Restrict public access to legacy Mailman administration and option pages until fixed..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 06:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 14, 2002, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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