CVE-2002-0024: High severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Mar 8, 2002
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Updated

File Download box in Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5 and 6.0 allows an attacker to use the Content-Disposition and Content-Type HTML header fields to modify how the name of the file is displayed, which could trick a user into believing that a file is safe to download.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.01
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0

Remediation

Event History

Mar 8, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0024?

The severity of CVE-2002-0024 is classified as moderate due to its potential to mislead users into downloading unsafe files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0024?

To fix CVE-2002-0024, it is advised to upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-0024?

CVE-2002-0024 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0.

4

Can CVE-2002-0024 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-0024 can be exploited remotely by attackers through malicious downloads that leverage manipulated Content-Disposition and Content-Type headers.

5

What are the risks of CVE-2002-0024?

The risks of CVE-2002-0024 include potential unauthorized file downloads that may lead to malware infections or data breaches.

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