CVE-2002-1188: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability
Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to identify the path to the Temporary Internet Files folder and obtain user information such as cookies via certain uses of the OBJECT tag, which are not subjected to the proper security checks, aka "Temporary Internet Files folders Name Reading."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1188?
CVE-2002-1188 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive user information.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1188?
To fix CVE-2002-1188, users should upgrade to a more secure version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-1188?
CVE-2002-1188 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.0.1 through 6.0, including all service packs for 5.5.
What type of attack does CVE-2002-1188 enable?
CVE-2002-1188 enables remote attackers to reveal the path to the Temporary Internet Files folder and obtain user information like cookies.
Is there any impact on user data from CVE-2002-1188?
Yes, CVE-2002-1188 may compromise user privacy by allowing attackers to access sensitive data stored in Temporary Internet Files.