CVE-2003-1485

CVE-2003-1485 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Clearswift Mailsweeper with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

Clearswift MAILsweeper 4.0 through 4.3.7 allows remote attackers to bypass filtering via a file attachment that contains "multiple extensions combined with large blocks of white space."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-1485?
Clearswift MAILsweeper 4.0 through 4.3.7 allows remote attackers to bypass filtering via a file attachment that contains "multiple extensions combined with large blocks of white space."
How severe is CVE-2003-1485?
CVE-2003-1485 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2003-1485 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-1485?
CVE-2003-1485 primarily affects Clearswift Mailsweeper. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1485?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-1485 published?
CVE-2003-1485 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

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