CVE-2003-0817: High severity Microsoft ie vulnerability
Published Jan 14, 2004
·Updated
Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 SP1 allows remote attackers to bypass zone restrictions and read arbitrary files via an XML object.
Affected Software
9 affected components
Microsoft ie=6.0-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.0.1-sp3
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 14, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0817?
CVE-2003-0817 has a medium severity rating, as it allows remote attackers to bypass security zone restrictions.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0817?
To fix CVE-2003-0817, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
3
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2003-0817?
CVE-2003-0817 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01 through 6 SP1.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2003-0817?
The potential impacts of CVE-2003-0817 include unauthorized access to arbitrary files on the victim's machine.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0817?
A workaround for CVE-2003-0817 includes disabling unnecessary ActiveX controls and utilizing stricter security zone settings.