CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-0891

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Default ECL in Lotus Notes before version 5.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by attaching a malicious program in an email message that is automatically executed when the user opens the email.

Risk Assessment

The organization is exposed to remote code execution, which may lead to data loss or compromise of user system control.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Lotus Notes to version 5.02 or later and implement strict policies regarding opening emails from unknown senders.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

A default ECL in Lotus Notes before 5.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by attaching a malicious program in an email message that is automatically executed when the user opens the email.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS