CVE-2007-3497
First published: Fri Jun 29 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of page history via the history.length JavaScript variable.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3497?
CVE-2007-3497 is considered to be of medium severity as it can lead to information disclosure regarding browser history.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3497?
The fix for CVE-2007-3497 involves updating to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2007-3497?
CVE-2007-3497 may allow attackers to exploit the browser's JavaScript capabilities to access page history information.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2007-3497?
CVE-2007-3497 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer version 7.0.
Is CVE-2007-3497 still a threat today?
While CVE-2007-3497 is an older vulnerability, systems using Internet Explorer 7.0 remain at risk unless properly patched or updated.
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