CVE-2002-0976
First published: Fri Aug 23 2002(Updated: )
Internet Explorer 4.0 and later allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a web page that accesses a legacy XML Datasource applet (com.ms.xml.dso.XMLDSO.class) and modifies the base URL to point to the local system, which is trusted by the applet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =4.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =4.0.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =4.0.1-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.0.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.0.1-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.0.1-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0976?
CVE-2002-0976 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to local files.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0976?
To fix CVE-2002-0976, users should update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-0976?
CVE-2002-0976 affects Internet Explorer versions 4.0, 4.0.1, 5.0, 5.0.1, and 5.5 including their service packs.
Can CVE-2002-0976 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0976 can be exploited remotely via a web page designed to manipulate a legacy XML Datasource applet.
What type of attack vector is associated with CVE-2002-0976?
CVE-2002-0976 is associated with attacks that involve reading arbitrary files from a user's local system through a compromised web page.
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