CVE-2002-1670: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2002

Updated

Microsoft Windows XP Professional upgrade edition overwrites previously installed patches for Internet Explorer 6.0, leaving Internet Explorer unpatched.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0

Microsoft Windows XP=gold

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3887

Event History

Dec 31, 2002

CVE Published

05:00 AM

Jun 21, 2005

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1670?

CVE-2002-1670 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to it leaving Internet Explorer 6.0 unpatched, exposing users to potential attacks.

How does CVE-2002-1670 affect Internet Explorer 6.0?

CVE-2002-1670 results in Internet Explorer 6.0 losing previously installed security patches upon upgrade, making it vulnerable.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1670?

To fix CVE-2002-1670, reinstall the latest patches for Internet Explorer 6.0 after upgrading to Windows XP Professional.

What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1670?

CVE-2002-1670 affects Windows XP Professional upgrade edition and Internet Explorer version 6.0.

What is the potential impact of CVE-2002-1670?

The potential impact of CVE-2002-1670 includes exposure to exploits targeting unpatched vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer 6.0.