CVE-2000-0073: Buffer overflow in Microsoft Rich Text Format (RTF) reader allows attackers to cause a denial of service vi...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2000-0073 describes a malformed RTF file causing a buffer overflow in a Microsoft RTF reader, leading to denial of service. The bundle does not identify affected products or versions, so exposure must be confirmed against Microsoft’s advisory records. Potential exposure is limited to environments that still use the Microsoft RTF reader components covered by MS00-005 or Q249973. The bundle lists affected vendor and product as n/a, so vulnerability managers should treat exposure as unconfirmed until matched to vendor guidance. Treat this as a legacy-risk verification item, not an emergency, unless affected Microsoft RTF processing still exists in business-critical workflows. The missing affected-version data lowers confidence and makes inventory validation the main priority. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS00-005 and Q249973 for affected-version and update guidance.; Inventory legacy systems that process RTF files with Microsoft readers.; Reduce exposure to untrusted RTF files where legacy processing remains..

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Jul 12, 2026, 10:18 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.