CVE-2000-0408
First published: Thu May 11 2000(Updated: )
IIS 4.05 and 5.0 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a long, complex URL that appears to contain a large number of file extensions, aka the "Malformed Extension Data in URL" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0408?
CVE-2000-0408 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can disrupt the operation of affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0408?
To fix CVE-2000-0408, upgrading to a more secure version of IIS or applying relevant patches from Microsoft is recommended.
What versions of IIS are affected by CVE-2000-0408?
CVE-2000-0408 affects Internet Information Server 4.0 and 5.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0408 involve?
CVE-2000-0408 involves an attack through a long and complex URL that exploits the way IIS handles file extensions.
Can CVE-2000-0408 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0408 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
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