CVE-2005-2226

Description

Microsoft Outlook Express 6.0 leaks the default news server account when a user responds to a "watched" conversation thread, which could allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 35.37% Top 5%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14225	patch vdb entry
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/900930	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2226?: CVE-2005-2226 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2005-2226?: To fix CVE-2005-2226, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2005-2226 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2005-2226 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~35% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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