CVE-2002-2031: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published 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.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Configuration

    Disable JavaScript execution (Active Scripting) in Internet Explorer security settings to prevent script tags from being used to probe for local files (e.g., Internet Options → Security → Custom level → Scripting → Active scripting → Disable).

    Internet Explorer Active Scripting (JavaScript execution) = Disabled

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

Can CVE-2002-2031 lead to further vulnerabilities?

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

5

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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