CVE-2002-0074: High severity Microsoft Internet Information Server vulnerability

Published Apr 22, 2002
·
Updated

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in Help File search facility for Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0, 5.0 and 5.1 allows remote attackers to embed scripts into another user's session.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Internet Information Server=4.0
Microsoft Internet Information Services=5.0

Event History

Apr 22, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0074?

CVE-2002-0074 is categorized as a moderate-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0074?

To fix CVE-2002-0074, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest versions of Internet Information Server that do not have this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Internet Information Server are affected by CVE-2002-0074?

CVE-2002-0074 affects Internet Information Server versions 4.0, 5.0, and 5.1.

4

What type of attacks are possible with CVE-2002-0074?

CVE-2002-0074 allows attackers to embed malicious scripts that could execute in another user's session, potentially compromising user data.

5

Is CVE-2002-0074 still a risk for modern systems?

CVE-2002-0074 poses a risk primarily to legacy systems still running the affected versions of Internet Information Server.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203