CVE-2000-0085

Summary

CVE-2000-0085 is a vulnerability affecting Hotmail's email filtering system. This issue permits remote attackers to inject and execute malicious JavaScript code in a user's mailbox, specifically through the LOWSRC or DYNRC parameters in the IMG tag. An attacker could exploit this flaw to steal sensitive information, install malware, or launch further attacks on unsuspecting users. This vulnerability posed a significant risk to Hotmail users at the turn of the millennium, highlighting the importance of proper email content filtering and user awareness in the digital age.

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