Vulnerability Description
IMP does not remove files properly if the MSWordView application quits, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by filling up the disk space by requesting a large number of documents and prematurely stopping the request.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Imp | Imp | 2.0.9 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=95672120116627&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1361
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=95672120116627&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1361
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0459?
CVE-2000-0459 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). IMP does not remove files properly if the MSWordView application quits, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by filling up the disk space by requesting a large number of documents and...
How severe is CVE-2000-0459?
CVE-2000-0459 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0459?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Imp Imp.