CVE-2004-0380
First published: Tue Apr 06 2004(Updated: )
The MHTML protocol handler in Microsoft Outlook Express 5.5 SP2 through Outlook Express 6 SP1 allows remote attackers to bypass domain restrictions and execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated on Internet Explorer using script in a compiled help (CHM) file that references the InfoTech Storage (ITS) protocol handlers such as (1) ms-its, (2) ms-itss, (3) its, or (4) mk:@MSITStore, aka the "MHTML URL Processing Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =6.0 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =5.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/354447
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/358913
- http://www.k-otik.net/bugtraq/02.18.InternetExplorer.php
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/323070
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9658
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA04-104A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9105
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10523
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15705
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A990
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A882
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1028
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1010
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-013
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0380?
CVE-2004-0380 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0380?
To fix CVE-2004-0380, users should apply the latest security updates for Microsoft Outlook Express.
Which versions of Microsoft Outlook Express are affected by CVE-2004-0380?
CVE-2004-0380 affects Microsoft Outlook Express versions 5.5 SP2 and 6.0 SP1.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-0380 allow?
CVE-2004-0380 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by bypassing domain restrictions.
Can CVE-2004-0380 impact other software aside from Microsoft Outlook Express?
CVE-2004-0380 specifically impacts Microsoft Outlook Express and is not directly related to other software.
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