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CVE-2000-0778

First published: Fri Oct 13 2000(Updated: )

IIS 5.0 allows remote attackers to obtain source code for .ASP files and other scripts via an HTTP GET request with a "Translate: f" header, aka the "Specialized Header" vulnerability.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS)=5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-0778?

    CVE-2000-0778 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthorized access to potentially sensitive source code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-0778?

    To fix CVE-2000-0778, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of IIS that does not have this vulnerability.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2000-0778?

    CVE-2000-0778 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Information Services version 5.0.

  • What type of attack is possible with CVE-2000-0778?

    CVE-2000-0778 allows remote attackers to access the source code of ASP files and other scripts through specially crafted HTTP requests.

  • When was CVE-2000-0778 discovered?

    CVE-2000-0778 was discovered and reported in the year 2000.

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