CVE-2003-1365: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-1365: The escape_dangerous_chars function in CGI::Lite 2.0 and earlier does not correctly remove special characte...

The escape_dangerous_chars function in CGI::Lite 2.0 and earlier does not correctly remove special characters including (1) "\" (backslash), (2) "?", (3) "~" (tilde), (4) "^" (carat), (5) newline, or (6) carriage return, which could allow remote attackers to read or write arbitrary files, or execute arbitrary commands, in shell scripts that rely on CGI::Lite to filter such dangerous inputs.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CGI::Lite 2.0 and earlier has an input-filtering weakness. Programs that trusted its escape_dangerous_chars function to sanitize user input before shell or file operations could let a remote attacker affect files or command execution. The risk is mainly in legacy Perl CGI applications still using this module pattern. Exposure is most likely in legacy Perl CGI deployments using CGI::Lite 2.0 or earlier, especially public CGI endpoints that pass request parameters into shell scripts, file paths, or file operations after calling escape_dangerous_chars. Treat as urgent only where legacy CGI::Lite applications remain exposed. The business risk is high for Internet-facing scripts because impact may include command execution or file access, but unaffected environments need no emergency action. Mitigation focus: Inventory CGI::Lite usage and identify versions 2.0 or earlier.; Check CPAN or vendor guidance for supported fixed versions or migration advice.; Stop treating escape_dangerous_chars as the sole security control for shell or file operations..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 02:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 17, 2007, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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cgilite-shell-command-execution(11308)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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