CVE-2000-0242

CVSS 2.0 Score 5.0 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Mar 25, 2000
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-2000-0242 is a vulnerability affecting WindMail, an email client. An attacker can exploit this issue by inserting shell metacharacters into email messages, allowing them to read arbitrary files or execute commands on the target system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as attackers can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or even take control of the affected system. Users are advised to update their WindMail software to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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