Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the S/MIME Parsing capability in Microsoft Outlook Express 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a digitally signed email with a long "From" address, which triggers the overflow when the user views or previews the message.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Outlook Express | 5.5 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103435413105661&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103429637822920&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103429681123297&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10338.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5944
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-05
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103435413105661&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103429637822920&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103429681123297&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10338.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5944
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-05
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1179?
CVE-2002-1179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the S/MIME Parsing capability in Microsoft Outlook Express 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a digitally signed email with a long "From" address, whi...
How severe is CVE-2002-1179?
CVE-2002-1179 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-2002-1179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Outlook Express.