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CVE-2019-10149

A flaw was found in Exim versions 4.87 to 4.91 (inclusive). Improper validation of recipient address in deliver_message() function in /src/deliver.c may lead to remote command execution.

Actively exploited: CISA added it to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 10 Jan 2022.

Severity
Critical 9.8
Published
5 Jun 2019
Last changed
17 Jun 2026
Added to UpHeron
1 Nov 2026
Exploit chance
100% in the next 30 daysHigher than 99% of CVEs. EPSS by FIRST, 10 Nov 2026
Sources
NVD

Affected software

SoftwareAffected versions
EximServers and applications · cpe:a:exim:exim
  • From 4.87 up to 4.91

Known exploited

CISA name
Exim Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) Improper Input Validation
Required action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Due for US agencies
10 Jul 2022
Used in ransomware
Not known

References

  • NVD https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-10149
  • CVE.org https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2019-10149