CVE-2010-0301

CVE-2010-0301 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Maildrop with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9. 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

Description

main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0301?
main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2010-0301?
CVE-2010-0301 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2010-0301 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-0301?
CVE-2010-0301 primarily affects Maildrop. In total, 56 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0301?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2010-0301 published?
CVE-2010-0301 was published on 2010-02-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (56)

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