CVE-1999-1017
First published: Wed Jul 28 1999(Updated: )
Seattle Labs Emurl 2.0, and possibly earlier versions, stores e-mail attachments in a specific directory with scripting enabled, which allows a malicious ASP file attachment to execute when the recipient opens the message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Lab Software Emurl | <=2.0 | |
| <=2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1017?
CVE-1999-1017 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of executing malicious scripts through email attachments.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1017?
To fix CVE-1999-1017, you should upgrade to a version of Seattle Labs Emurl that is later than 2.0 or disable scripting in the directory that stores email attachments.
What types of software are affected by CVE-1999-1017?
CVE-1999-1017 affects Seattle Labs Emurl version 2.0 and possibly earlier versions.
What kind of attack is enabled by CVE-1999-1017?
CVE-1999-1017 potentially allows attackers to execute malicious ASP files when users open email messages containing these attachments.
Who is impacted by CVE-1999-1017?
Users of Seattle Labs Emurl version 2.0 and below are impacted by CVE-1999-1017, particularly those who receive email attachments.
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