What is the severity of CVE-2000-0960?

CVE-2000-0960 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to enumerate valid usernames.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0960?

To fix CVE-2000-0960, update your Netscape Messaging Server to the latest version or apply available patches that resolve the issue.

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2000-0960?

CVE-2000-0960 affects Netscape Messaging Server versions 4.15 and its patches, including 4.15-patch1 and 4.15-patch2.

What are the risks associated with CVE-2000-0960?

The risks associated with CVE-2000-0960 include unauthorized enumeration of email addresses, which could lead to increased spam or targeted phishing attacks.

Is CVE-2000-0960 still relevant today?

While CVE-2000-0960 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for legacy systems still in use, emphasizing the need for regular updates and security assessments.

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CVE-2000-0960

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

19/12/2000

22/1/2001

8/8/2024

CVE-2000-0960

First published: Tue Dec 19 2000(Updated: )

The POP3 server in Netscape Messaging Server 4.15p1 generates different error messages for incorrect user names versus incorrect passwords, which allows remote attackers to determine valid users on the system and harvest email addresses for spam abuse.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Sun iPlanet Messaging Server	=4.15-patch1
Sun iPlanet Messaging Server	=4.15
Sun iPlanet Messaging Server	=4.15-patch2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0960?
CVE-2000-0960 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to enumerate valid usernames.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0960?
To fix CVE-2000-0960, update your Netscape Messaging Server to the latest version or apply available patches that resolve the issue.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2000-0960?
CVE-2000-0960 affects Netscape Messaging Server versions 4.15 and its patches, including 4.15-patch1 and 4.15-patch2.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2000-0960?
The risks associated with CVE-2000-0960 include unauthorized enumeration of email addresses, which could lead to increased spam or targeted phishing attacks.
Is CVE-2000-0960 still relevant today?
While CVE-2000-0960 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for legacy systems still in use, emphasizing the need for regular updates and security assessments.

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