CVE-2003-0309: High severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published May 17, 2003
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Updated

Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to bypass security zone restrictions and execute arbitrary programs via a web document with a large number of duplicate file:// or other requests that point to the program and open multiple file download dialogs, which eventually cause Internet Explorer to execute the program, as demonstrated using a large number of FRAME or IFRAME tags, aka the "File Download Dialog Vulnerability."

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0.2800

Event History

May 17, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Jun 9, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0309?

CVE-2003-0309 is considered a high severity vulnerability, as it allows remote attackers to bypass security zones and execute arbitrary programs.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0309?

To mitigate CVE-2003-0309, it is recommended to update Internet Explorer to a more secure version or switch to an alternative web browser.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0309?

CVE-2003-0309 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2003-0309 enable?

CVE-2003-0309 enables attackers to execute arbitrary programs on the victim's computer by exploiting security zone restrictions.

5

Is CVE-2003-0309 still a risk for users?

While CVE-2003-0309 primarily affects outdated versions of Internet Explorer, users of these versions remain at risk if they have not updated their browser.

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