CVE-2001-0145: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 4, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in VCard handler in Outlook 2000 and 98, and Outlook Express 5.x, allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via a malformed vCard birthday field.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft Outlook=2000
Microsoft Outlook Express=5.0
Microsoft Outlook=98
Remediation
Event History
Apr 4, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0145?
CVE-2001-0145 is considered a critical security vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0145?
To fix CVE-2001-0145, install the security updates provided by Microsoft for Outlook 2000, Outlook 98, and Outlook Express 5.x.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0145?
CVE-2001-0145 affects Microsoft Outlook 2000, Outlook 98, and Outlook Express 5.x.
4
Can CVE-2001-0145 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0145 can be exploited remotely through a malformed vCard sent to the victim.
5
What are the symptoms of an exploit of CVE-2001-0145?
Exploitation of CVE-2001-0145 may result in unexpected crashes or unusual behavior in affected email clients.