7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0530: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Aug 22 2003(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the BR549.DLL ActiveX control for Internet Explorer 5.01 SP3 through 6.0 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0-sp1
Internet Explorer=5.0.1
Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp1
Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp2
Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp3
Internet Explorer=5.5
Internet Explorer=5.5-sp2
Internet Explorer=6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0530?

    CVE-2003-0530 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0530?

    To mitigate CVE-2003-0530, it is essential to update Internet Explorer to a supported version and apply all relevant security patches.

  • Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2003-0530?

    CVE-2003-0530 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01 SP3 through 6.0 SP1.

  • What kind of attack does CVE-2003-0530 enable?

    CVE-2003-0530 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

  • Is CVE-2003-0530 still a threat today?

    While CVE-2003-0530 has been patched in modern versions, it remains a concern for users of outdated software.

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