CVE-2000-0085

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 4, 2000
Updated: Aug 17, 2022

Summary

CVE-2000-0085 is a vulnerability affecting Hotmail's email filtering system. The issue lies in the failure to adequately filter JavaScript code from users' mailboxes. An attacker can exploit this flaw by inserting malicious code into the LOWSRC or DYNRC parameters of an IMG tag, ultimately leading to arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access and potentially steal sensitive information from affected users.

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