Not strictly speaking on topic, but pretty close.

Just found this one the hard way.

If you're a web master running a site that uses the formmail.pl script from
Matt's Script Archive, you're probably running version 1.6. Be aware that
script has a security flaw that allows it to be used to relay spam through
your site.

You need to upgrade to version 1.9 immediately. Disable the current version
until you do. 

I found this by accident because I was working on sendmail, and suddenly saw
weird stuff in the logs. If you aren't paying really close attention, you
won't notice.

But if you're running a version of formmail.pl 1.8 or before, you're a spam
relay. And much to my dismay, they obviously are doing automated scans of
sites looking for copies to use.

Needless to say, my copy is disabled until I get this sucker fixed.


-- 
Chuq Von Rospach, Internet Gnome <http://www.chuqui.com>
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Yes, yes, I've finally finished my home page. Lucky you.

You know, I Remember When I Used To Speak In Capitals, Too. It's addictive.
It also encourages people to poke sticks at you. Justifiably. (chuq, 1992)



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