Vulnerability 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.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Outlook | 97 |
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 4.0 |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-14.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1501PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-04
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5013
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-14.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1501PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-04
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5013
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0621?
CVE-2000-0621 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). 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 t...
How severe is CVE-2000-0621?
CVE-2000-0621 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0621?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express.