CVE-2005-2226

N/A Unknown
Published: July 12, 2005 Modified: April 16, 2026
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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.

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References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/900930
Source: cve@mitre.org
Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14225
Source: cve@mitre.org
Patch
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/900930
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14225
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Patch

4 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
N/A / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
32.3%
97th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Affected Vendors

microsoft