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CVE-2002-1718: Infoleak

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) 5.1 may allow remote attackers to view the contents of a Frontpage Server Extension (FPSE) file, as claimed using an HTTP request for colegal.htm that contains .. (dot dot) sequences.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS)=5.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1718?

    CVE-2002-1718 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1718?

    To fix CVE-2002-1718, it is recommended to upgrade Microsoft Internet Information Services to a more secure version or apply available security patches.

  • What are the impacts of CVE-2002-1718?

    The impact of CVE-2002-1718 allows remote attackers to access and view potentially sensitive content through directory traversal techniques.

  • Which version of IIS is affected by CVE-2002-1718?

    CVE-2002-1718 affects Microsoft Internet Information Services version 5.1 specifically.

  • Is CVE-2002-1718 still relevant today?

    While CVE-2002-1718 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for legacy systems that have not been updated or upgraded.

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