CVE-2000-0167
First published: Tue Feb 15 2000(Updated: )
IIS Inetinfo.exe allows local users to cause a denial of service by creating a mail file with a long name and a .txt.eml extension in the pickup directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0167?
CVE-2000-0167 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability affecting IIS 4.0.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0167?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0167, avoid allowing users to create files with excessively long names in the pickup directory.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2000-0167?
CVE-2000-0167 affects Microsoft Internet Information Server version 4.0.
Can CVE-2000-0167 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2000-0167 is a local vulnerability, meaning it can only be exploited by local users on the affected system.
What are the consequences of CVE-2000-0167 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2000-0167 can lead to a denial of service by disrupting the mail processing functionality of IIS.
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