CVE-2004-0380

The writeup describes a vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer's ITS Protocol URI handler, which can be exploited to execute hostile content in the Local Zone. It includes examples of exploit strings and references to additional proof-of-concept examples.

The vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook Express involves improper handling of MHTML file and res URIs, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the Local Zone. This exploit leverages the component's failure to securely handle non-existent resources referenced in MHTML URIs.

The provided text describes a vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook Express (CVE-2004-0380) where MHTML file and res URIs are mishandled, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution in the Local Zone. The issue affects Outlook Express 5.5SP2, 6.0, and 6.0SP1, and may also impact earlier versions.