What is the severity of CVE-2002-2031?

CVE-2002-2031 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to probe for the existence of files.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2031?

To mitigate CVE-2002-2031, users should upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or disable JavaScript execution.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-2031?

CVE-2002-2031 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.5, and 6.0.

Can CVE-2002-2031 lead to further vulnerabilities?

Yes, exploiting CVE-2002-2031 could potentially lead to further attacks by revealing sensitive file paths.

Is CVE-2002-2031 still a concern for users today?

While CVE-2002-2031 primarily impacts older versions of Internet Explorer, users of legacy systems should still be aware of its implications.

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CVE-2002-2031

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

31/12/2002

14/7/2005

17/9/2024

CVE-2002-2031

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Internet Explorer 5.0, 5.0.1 and 5.5 with JavaScript execution enabled allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a script tag with a src parameter that references a non-JavaScript file, then using the onError event handler to monitor the results.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=5.5-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	=6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2031?
CVE-2002-2031 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to probe for the existence of files.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2031?
To mitigate CVE-2002-2031, users should upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or disable JavaScript execution.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-2031?
CVE-2002-2031 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.5, and 6.0.
Can CVE-2002-2031 lead to further vulnerabilities?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2002-2031 could potentially lead to further attacks by revealing sensitive file paths.
Is CVE-2002-2031 still a concern for users today?
While CVE-2002-2031 primarily impacts older versions of Internet Explorer, users of legacy systems should still be aware of its implications.

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