CVE-2004-1177: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the driver script in mailman before 2.1.5 allows remote attacke...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Mailman versions before 2.1.5 could reflect unescaped URL content into an error page, allowing cross-site scripting. A successful attack could make a user's browser run attacker-supplied script in the Mailman site's context. The provided sources do not show active exploitation or CVSS severity. Exposure is most likely where legacy Mailman web interfaces remain internet-accessible and run versions earlier than 2.1.5 or unpatched distribution packages. Modern systems are unlikely to be affected unless old mailing-list infrastructure was retained. Prioritize if the organization still operates legacy Mailman list servers, especially internet-facing ones. For environments without Mailman or with maintained packages, business urgency is low. The main risk is browser-based compromise of users interacting with crafted links. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Mailman to 2.1.5 or later where applicable.; Apply vendor-patched packages from Debian, Red Hat, SUSE, Mandriva, or relevant distribution guidance.; Retire or restrict internet access to obsolete Mailman web interfaces..

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Jun 30, 2026, 01:38 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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