CVE-2000-0753
First published: Fri Oct 20 2000(Updated: )
The Microsoft Outlook mail client identifies the physical path of the sender's machine within a winmail.dat attachment to Rich Text Format (RTF) files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =98 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0753?
CVE-2000-0753 is considered a moderate vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive path information.
How does CVE-2000-0753 affect Microsoft Outlook users?
CVE-2000-0753 allows attackers to obtain the physical path of the user's machine through a winmail.dat attachment.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0753?
To resolve CVE-2000-0753, users should upgrade to a later version of Microsoft Outlook that does not exhibit this vulnerability.
Which versions of Microsoft Outlook are affected by CVE-2000-0753?
CVE-2000-0753 affects Microsoft Outlook 97, 98, and 2000.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2000-0753?
CVE-2000-0753 can be exploited for information disclosure, potentially aiding in further attacks against affected users.
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