CVE-2000-0621
UnknownEPSS 22.31%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0621 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Outlook 98 and 2000, and Outlook Express 4.0x and 5.0x, allow remote attackers to read files on the client's system via a malformed HTML message that stores files outside of the cache, aka the "Cache Bypass" vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 22.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Outlook 98 and 2000, and Outlook Express 4.0x and 5.0x, allow remote attackers to read files on the client's system via a malformed HTML message that stores files outside of the cache, aka the "Cache Bypass" vulnerability.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Outlook | 97 |
| Microsoft | Outlook | 98 |
| Microsoft | Outlook | 2000 |
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 4.0 |
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 4.01 |
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 5.0 |
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 5.0.1 |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-14.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1501Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-14.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1501Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0621?
Microsoft Outlook 98 and 2000, and Outlook Express 4.0x and 5.0x, allow remote attackers to read files on the client's system via a malformed HTML message that stores files outside of the cache, aka the "Cache Bypass" vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2000-0621?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0621 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 22.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0621?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2000-0621?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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