CVE-2000-0081

Summary

CVE-2000-0081 is a vulnerability affecting Hotmail's email filtering system. The issue lies in the failure to adequately filter JavaScript code from user mailboxes. A remote attacker can exploit this flaw by using hexadecimal codes to specify the "javascript:" protocol, allowing the execution of malicious JavaScript code within the email context. This vulnerability exposes Hotmail users to potential security risks, including data theft and unauthorized system access.

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