CVE-2000-0711: High severity Microsoft Virtual Machine vulnerability

Published Oct 13, 2000
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Updated

Netscape Communicator does not properly prevent a ServerSocket object from being created by untrusted entities, which allows remote attackers to create a server on the victim's system via a malicious applet, as demonstrated by Brown Orifice.

Affected Software

18 affected components
Microsoft Virtual Machine=2000
Microsoft Virtual Machine=3100
Microsoft Virtual Machine=3200
Microsoft Virtual Machine=3300
Netscape Communicator=4.0
Netscape Communicator=4.04
Netscape Communicator=4.05
Netscape Communicator=4.5
Netscape Communicator=4.06
Netscape Communicator=4.6
Netscape Communicator=4.07
Netscape Communicator=4.7
Netscape Communicator=4.08
Netscape Communicator=4.51
Netscape Communicator=4.61
Netscape Communicator=4.72
Netscape Communicator=4.73
Netscape Communicator=4.74

Event History

Oct 13, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0711?

CVE-2000-0711 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-0711?

To fix CVE-2000-0711, update Netscape Communicator to a patched version or ensure that untrusted applets are not executed.

3

What types of software are affected by CVE-2000-0711?

CVE-2000-0711 affects several versions of Netscape Communicator as well as specific versions of Microsoft Virtual Machine.

4

What can attackers do with CVE-2000-0711?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2000-0711 to create a malicious server on the victim's system through a malicious applet.

5

Is there a known exploitation example of CVE-2000-0711?

Yes, CVE-2000-0711 has been demonstrated through the malicious applet known as Brown Orifice.

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