Vulnerability Description
The ActiveX control for invoking a scriptlet in Internet Explorer 5.0 through 5.5 renders arbitrary file types instead of HTML, which allows an attacker to read arbitrary files, aka a variant of the "Scriptlet Rendering" vulnerability.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 4.0 |
References
- http://www.osvdb.org/7820
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-09
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6085
- http://www.osvdb.org/7820
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-09
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6085
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0091?
CVE-2001-0091 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.6 (LOW). The ActiveX control for invoking a scriptlet in Internet Explorer 5.0 through 5.5 renders arbitrary file types instead of HTML, which allows an attacker to read arbitrary files, aka a variant of the "...
How severe is CVE-2001-0091?
CVE-2001-0091 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0091?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.