CVE-2000-0567: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jul 18 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long Date field in an email header, aka the "Malformed E-mail Header" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =4.01 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =98 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0567?
CVE-2000-0567 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0567?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0567, users should update Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express to the latest versions available at the time.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2000-0567?
CVE-2000-0567 affects Microsoft Outlook 97, 98, 2000 and Outlook Express versions 4.0, 4.01, and 5.0.
Can CVE-2000-0567 be exploited through phishing emails?
Yes, CVE-2000-0567 can be exploited through specially crafted phishing emails that contain a long Date field in the header.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2000-0567?
The potential impacts of CVE-2000-0567 include unauthorized execution of arbitrary commands and potential compromise of the user's system.
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