CVE-2002-1436: The web handler for Perl 5.003 on Novell NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbit...

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This is a legacy remote code execution flaw in the Perl 5.003 web handler on Novell NetWare 5.1 and 6. A vulnerable web-facing server could let an attacker run arbitrary Perl code through an HTTP POST request. The business risk is highest where old NetWare web services remain reachable. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Novell NetWare 5.1 or 6 systems running the Perl 5.003 web handler, especially if HTTP services are reachable from untrusted networks. Treat as high priority if any affected NetWare web server still exists. The technology is old, the impact is code execution, and remediation may require isolation or retirement rather than a simple modern patch cycle. Mitigation focus: Inventory NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 systems running web services.; Check archived Novell guidance for TID 2963307 before applying changes.; Disable or remove the vulnerable Perl web handler if it is not required..

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Jun 30, 2026, 03:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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