Vulnerability Description
Outlook Express 6.00 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script by embedding SCRIPT tags in a message whose MIME content type is text/plain, contrary to the expected behavior that text/plain messages will not run script.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213754Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/214453Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3334Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7118
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213754Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/214453Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3334Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7118
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0999?
CVE-2001-0999 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Outlook Express 6.00 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script by embedding SCRIPT tags in a message whose MIME content type is text/plain, contrary to the expected behavior that text/plain ...
How severe is CVE-2001-0999?
CVE-2001-0999 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-2001-0999?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Outlook Express.