CVE-2002-1186
First published: Wed Dec 11 2002(Updated: )
Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 does not properly perform security checks on certain encoded characters within a URL, which allows a remote attacker to steal potentially sensitive information from a user by redirecting the user to another site that has that information, aka "Encoded Characters Information Disclosure."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 | |
| 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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Reference Links
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10039.php
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0018.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0030.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5610
- http://www.osvdb.org/7845
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A495
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A471
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A143
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-066
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1186?
CVE-2002-1186 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1186?
To fix CVE-2002-1186, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2002-1186?
CVE-2002-1186 allows attackers to execute phishing attacks by redirecting users to malicious sites to steal sensitive information.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-1186?
CVE-2002-1186 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.0.1 through 6.0, including all service packs.
Can CVE-2002-1186 lead to unauthorized access to user data?
Yes, CVE-2002-1186 can potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data through URL manipulation.
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