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CVE-2016-10074 affects Swift Mailer versions before 5.4.5. In some mail-sending paths, a crafted email address in sender-related headers could cause the server to pass unintended parameters to the local mail command, potentially leading to remote code execution. The highest concern is older PHP applications that send mail using user-supplied sender fields. Exposure is most likely in legacy PHP applications using Swift Mailer before 5.4.5 with the MailTransport backend, especially where contact forms, registration flows, or notifications accept sender addresses from users. Prioritize remediation for public-facing applications that send email from user-submitted addresses. Remote code execution impact and public exploit availability justify urgent patching, even though active exploitation is not confirmed in the supplied sources. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Swift Mailer to 5.4.5 or later, or a distribution package containing the fix.; Review Debian DSA-3769 or applicable vendor packaging guidance for backported fixes.; Avoid using user-controlled values directly in From, ReturnPath, or Sender headers..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- 42221CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- https://legalhackers.com/advisories/SwiftMailer-Exploit-Remote-Code-Exec-CVE-2016-10074-Vuln.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- 40972CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- 40986CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- https://github.com/swiftmailer/swiftmailer/blob/5.x/CHANGESCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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