CVE-2001-1547

UnknownEPSS 13.74%

Last modified

CVE-2001-1547 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Outlook Express 6.0, with "Do not allow attachments to be saved or opened that could potentially be a virus" enabled, does not block email attachments from forwarded messages, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 13.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Outlook Express 6.0, with "Do not allow attachments to be saved or opened that could potentially be a virus" enabled, does not block email attachments from forwarded messages, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
13.74%

96.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftOutlook Express6.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1547?
Outlook Express 6.0, with "Do not allow attachments to be saved or opened that could potentially be a virus" enabled, does not block email attachments from forwarded messages, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2001-1547?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1547 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1547?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST