CVE-2008-5424
First published: Thu Dec 11 2008(Updated: )
The MimeOleClearDirtyTree function in InetComm.dll in Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2900.5512 does not properly handle (1) multipart/mixed e-mail messages with many MIME parts and possibly (2) e-mail messages with many "Content-type: message/rfc822;" headers, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a large e-mail message, a related issue to CVE-2006-1173.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook Express | =6.00.2900.5512 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5424?
CVE-2008-5424 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution based on crafted email messages.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5424?
To fix CVE-2008-5424, users should upgrade to a newer and supported version of Microsoft Outlook Express or consider alternative email clients.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2008-5424?
CVE-2008-5424 specifically affects Microsoft Outlook Express version 6.00.2900.5512.
What types of messages exploit CVE-2008-5424?
CVE-2008-5424 can be exploited through multipart/mixed e-mail messages and those with excessive 'Content-type: message/rfc822;' headers.
Can CVE-2008-5424 lead to data loss?
Yes, CVE-2008-5424 can result in data corruption or loss due to the improper handling of malformed email messages.
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