CVE-2005-1213: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jun 14 2005(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the news reader for Microsoft Outlook Express (MSOE.DLL) 5.5 SP2, 6, and 6 SP1 allows remote malicious NNTP servers to execute arbitrary code via a LIST response with a long second field.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=263&type=vulnerabilities
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/130614
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014200
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13951
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A989
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A167
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1088
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-030
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1213?
CVE-2005-1213 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1213?
To fix CVE-2005-1213, users should upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft Outlook Express or apply any relevant patches provided by Microsoft.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2005-1213?
CVE-2005-1213 affects Microsoft Outlook Express 5.5 SP2, 6.0, and 6.0 SP1 installed on Windows operating systems.
What can exploit CVE-2005-1213?
CVE-2005-1213 can be exploited by remote malicious NNTP servers sending specially crafted LIST responses to vulnerable Outlook Express clients.
Is CVE-2005-1213 still a threat today?
While CVE-2005-1213 is an older vulnerability, systems that still utilize affected versions of Outlook Express may remain at risk if not updated.
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