CVE-2000-0053
First published: Tue Jan 04 2000(Updated: )
Microsoft Commercial Internet System (MCIS) IMAP server allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed IMAP request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Commercial Internet System | =2.0 | |
| Microsoft Commercial Internet System | =2.5 | |
| =2.0 | ||
| =2.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0053?
CVE-2000-0053 is classified as having a high severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How does CVE-2000-0053 affect the Microsoft Commercial Internet System?
CVE-2000-0053 allows remote attackers to crash the IMAP server through a malformed IMAP request.
What versions of Microsoft Commercial Internet System are affected by CVE-2000-0053?
CVE-2000-0053 affects versions 2.0 and 2.5 of Microsoft Commercial Internet System.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2000-0053?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0053, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0053?
Disabling the IMAP service temporarily can serve as a workaround until a fix for CVE-2000-0053 is applied.
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