CVE-2002-2100: Medium severity Microsoft Outlook vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Microsoft Outlook 2002 allows remote attackers to embed bypass the file download restrictions for attachments via an HTML email message that uses an IFRAME to reference malicious content.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Outlook=2000
Microsoft Outlook=2002
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 5, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2100?
CVE-2002-2100 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to bypass file download restrictions.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-2100?
To mitigate CVE-2002-2100, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Outlook.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-2100?
CVE-2002-2100 affects Microsoft Outlook 2000 and 2002.
4
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-2100?
CVE-2002-2100 can be exploited through HTML email messages containing IFRAMEs referencing malicious content.
5
Can CVE-2002-2100 affect my email security?
Yes, CVE-2002-2100 can compromise email security by allowing the execution of unwanted content through attachments.