CVE-2000-0929
First published: Tue Dec 19 2000(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 allows attackers to cause a denial of service in RTF-enabled email clients via an embedded OCX control that is not closed properly, aka the "OCX Attachment" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Media Player | =7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0929?
CVE-2000-0929 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0929?
To fix CVE-2000-0929, users should upgrade to a version of Microsoft Windows Media Player that is not vulnerable.
What software does CVE-2000-0929 affect?
CVE-2000-0929 specifically affects Microsoft Windows Media Player version 7.
How does CVE-2000-0929 exploit RTF-enabled email clients?
CVE-2000-0929 exploits RTF-enabled email clients by using an embedded OCX control that can be improperly handled.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2000-0929?
A possible workaround for CVE-2000-0929 is to avoid opening RTF emails from untrusted sources.
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