CVE-2013-7103: McAfee Email Gateway 7.6 allows remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands via shell...

Security readout for executives and security teams

McAfee Email Gateway 7.6 could let a logged-in administrator make the appliance run operating-system commands through crafted hostname or XML test-file values. The CVE notes it may be chained with CVE-2013-7092 for remote attacker command execution. The bundle does not show active exploitation or a named vendor fix. Exposure is most likely in legacy McAfee Email Gateway 7.6 deployments, especially where the administrative interface is reachable beyond a tightly controlled management network. Because the product and advisory are old, current exposure is likely concentrated in forgotten appliances, labs, or unsupported environments. Prioritize as high for any confirmed production instance because command execution on an email security gateway can affect mail flow, inspection integrity, and network trust. Urgency depends on whether the appliance still exists and whether admin access is exposed. Mitigation focus: Inventory for McAfee Email Gateway 7.6 and confirm whether any instances remain in use.; Check McAfee or successor vendor guidance for supported upgrade, replacement, or remediation options.; Restrict administrative access to trusted management networks and approved administrators only..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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