CVE-2004-2090
First published: Sat Feb 07 2004(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0.1 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via the VBScript LoadPicture method, which returns an error code if the file does not exist.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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 | =5.0.1-sp4 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2090?
CVE-2004-2090 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2004-2090 affect Microsoft Internet Explorer?
CVE-2004-2090 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via the VBScript LoadPicture method.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2004-2090?
CVE-2004-2090 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions from 5.0.1 through 6.0, including service packs.
How can I mitigate CVE-2004-2090?
To mitigate CVE-2004-2090, users should upgrade to a supported version of Internet Explorer or disable VBScript.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2004-2090?
There is no specific patch for CVE-2004-2090, so upgrading to a later version of Internet Explorer is recommended.
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