How severe is CVE-2001-1188?

CVE-2001-1188 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1188 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1188?

CVE-2001-1188 primarily affects Brian Dorricott Mailto. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1188?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2001-1188 published?

CVE-2001-1188 was published on 2001-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1188

CVE-2001-1188 is a high-severity vulnerability in Brian Dorricott Mailto with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Brian Dorricott Mailto
Published: 2001-12-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

mailto.exe in Brian Dorricott MAILTO 1.0.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to send SPAM e-mail through remote servers by modifying the sendto, email, server, subject, and resulturl hidden form fields.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1188?: mailto.exe in Brian Dorricott MAILTO 1.0.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to send SPAM e-mail through remote servers by modifying the sendto, email, server, subject, and resulturl hidden form fields.
How severe is CVE-2001-1188?: CVE-2001-1188 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1188 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1188?: CVE-2001-1188 primarily affects Brian Dorricott Mailto. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1188?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2001-1188 published?: CVE-2001-1188 was published on 2001-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:brian_dorricott:mailto:1.0.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:brian_dorricott:mailto:1.0.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:brian_dorricott:mailto:1.0.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*