CVE-2004-0845: Medium severity Microsoft ie vulnerability

Published Oct 16, 2004
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Updated

Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 does not properly cache SSL content, which allows remote attackers to obtain information or spoof content via a web site with the same host name as the target web site, whose content is cached and reused when the user visits the target web site.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft ie=6-windows_server_2003_sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.01
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5

Event History

Oct 16, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0845?

CVE-2004-0845 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure and content spoofing.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0845?

To fix CVE-2004-0845, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches provided by Microsoft.

3

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2004-0845?

CVE-2004-0845 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2004-0845 allow?

CVE-2004-0845 allows attackers to obtain information or spoof content through improper caching of SSL content.

5

Can CVE-2004-0845 impact user data?

Yes, CVE-2004-0845 can lead to exposure of sensitive user data if exploited.

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