How severe is CVE-2010-0230?

CVE-2010-0230 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-0230 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-0230?

CVE-2010-0230 primarily affects Suse Opensuse. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0230?

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-2010-0230 published?

CVE-2010-0230 was published on 2010-01-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-0230

CVE-2010-0230 is a high-severity vulnerability in Suse Opensuse 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Suse Opensuse
Published: 2010-01-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 SP3 (SLE10-SP3) and openSUSE 11.2 configures postfix to listen on all network interfaces, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0230?: SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 SP3 (SLE10-SP3) and openSUSE 11.2 configures postfix to listen on all network interfaces, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2010-0230?: CVE-2010-0230 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-0230 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-0230?: CVE-2010-0230 primarily affects Suse Opensuse. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0230?: 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-2010-0230 published?: CVE-2010-0230 was published on 2010-01-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:suse:opensuse:11.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:suse:suse_linux:10:sp3:enterprise_desktop:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:suse:suse_linux:10:sp3:enterprise_server:*:*:*:*:*

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