How severe is CVE-2007-1081?

CVE-2007-1081 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-1081 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1081?

CVE-2007-1081 primarily affects Typo3. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1081?

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-2007-1081 published?

CVE-2007-1081 was published on 2007-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1081

CVE-2007-1081 is a high-severity vulnerability in Typo3 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Typo3
Published: 2007-02-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The start function in class.t3lib_formmail.php in TYPO3 before 4.0.5, 4.1beta, and 4.1RC1 allows attackers to inject arbitrary email headers via unknown vectors. NOTE: some details were obtained from third party information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1081?: The start function in class.t3lib_formmail.php in TYPO3 before 4.0.5, 4.1beta, and 4.1RC1 allows attackers to inject arbitrary email headers via unknown vectors. NOTE: some details were obtained from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2007-1081?: CVE-2007-1081 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1081 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1081?: CVE-2007-1081 primarily affects Typo3. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1081?: 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-2007-1081 published?: CVE-2007-1081 was published on 2007-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:typo3:typo3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:typo3:typo3:*:beta:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:typo3:typo3:*:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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