What is the severity of CVE-2001-0919?

CVE-2001-0919 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability because it allows cookies to be set via JavaScript without user warning.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0919?

To fix CVE-2001-0919, consider upgrading to a later version of Internet Explorer that does not have this vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2001-0919?

CVE-2001-0919 affects users of Internet Explorer 5.5 on Windows ME with specific cookie settings enabled.

What type of attack does CVE-2001-0919 facilitate?

CVE-2001-0919 can facilitate attacks involving the unauthorized setting of cookies through JavaScript.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0919?

A potential workaround for CVE-2001-0919 is to disable JavaScript in the Internet Explorer settings.

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CVE-2001-0919

medium

5.1

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

26/11/2001

2/2/2002

8/8/2024

CVE-2001-0919

First published: Mon Nov 26 2001(Updated: )

Internet Explorer 5.50.4134.0100 on Windows ME with "Prompt to allow cookies to be stored on your machine" enabled does not warn a user when a cookie is set using Javascript.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=5.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0919?
CVE-2001-0919 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability because it allows cookies to be set via JavaScript without user warning.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0919?
To fix CVE-2001-0919, consider upgrading to a later version of Internet Explorer that does not have this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0919?
CVE-2001-0919 affects users of Internet Explorer 5.5 on Windows ME with specific cookie settings enabled.
What type of attack does CVE-2001-0919 facilitate?
CVE-2001-0919 can facilitate attacks involving the unauthorized setting of cookies through JavaScript.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0919?
A potential workaround for CVE-2001-0919 is to disable JavaScript in the Internet Explorer settings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0919?
CVE-2001-0919 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability because it allows cookies to be set via JavaScript without user warning.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0919?
To fix CVE-2001-0919, consider upgrading to a later version of Internet Explorer that does not have this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0919?
CVE-2001-0919 affects users of Internet Explorer 5.5 on Windows ME with specific cookie settings enabled.
What type of attack does CVE-2001-0919 facilitate?
CVE-2001-0919 can facilitate attacks involving the unauthorized setting of cookies through JavaScript.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0919?
A potential workaround for CVE-2001-0919 is to disable JavaScript in the Internet Explorer settings.