What is the severity of CVE-2002-0723?

CVE-2002-0723 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to access sensitive files on the client system.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0723?

To fix CVE-2002-0723, apply the available security patches or update to a newer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer that is not affected.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-0723?

CVE-2002-0723 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.5 and 6.0.

What types of attacks can be performed due to CVE-2002-0723?

Due to CVE-2002-0723, attackers can potentially read client files or execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Is CVE-2002-0723 still relevant today?

While CVE-2002-0723 is a historical vulnerability, it highlights the importance of keeping software updated to protect against similar modern vulnerabilities.

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CVE-2002-0723

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

24/8/2002

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-0723

First published: Sat Aug 24 2002(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote attackers to read client files or invoke executable objects via the Object tag, aka "Cross Domain Verification in Object Tag."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=5.5-sp2
Internet Explorer	=5.5
Internet Explorer	=5.5-sp1
Internet Explorer	=6.0

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What is the severity of CVE-2002-0723?
CVE-2002-0723 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to access sensitive files on the client system.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0723?
To fix CVE-2002-0723, apply the available security patches or update to a newer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer that is not affected.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-0723?
CVE-2002-0723 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.5 and 6.0.
What types of attacks can be performed due to CVE-2002-0723?
Due to CVE-2002-0723, attackers can potentially read client files or execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
Is CVE-2002-0723 still relevant today?
While CVE-2002-0723 is a historical vulnerability, it highlights the importance of keeping software updated to protect against similar modern vulnerabilities.

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