Vulnerability Description
HTML e-mail feature in Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier allows attackers to execute attachments by setting an unusual MIME type for the attachment, which Internet Explorer does not process correctly.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | <= 5.5 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=98596775905044&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1001197
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2001-06.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/l-066.shtml
- http://www.osvdb.org/7806
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2524
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-02
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6306
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=98596775905044&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1001197
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2001-06.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/l-066.shtml
- http://www.osvdb.org/7806
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2524
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0154?
CVE-2001-0154 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). HTML e-mail feature in Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier allows attackers to execute attachments by setting an unusual MIME type for the attachment, which Internet Explorer does not process correctly.
How severe is CVE-2001-0154?
CVE-2001-0154 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0154?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.