CVE-2000-0201 — MEDIUM (5.1)

Vulnerability Description

The window.showHelp() method in Internet Explorer 5.x does not restrict HTML help files (.chm) to be executed from the local host, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via Microsoft Networking.

CVSS Score

5.1

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

PARTIAL

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	5.0

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2000-0201?

CVE-2000-0201 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). The window.showHelp() method in Internet Explorer 5.x does not restrict HTML help files (.chm) to be executed from the local host, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via Micro...

How severe is CVE-2000-0201?

CVE-2000-0201 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0201?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.