Vulnerability Description
Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote web site operators to read certain files on the client by sending information from a local frame to a frame in a different domain, aka a variant of the "Frame Domain Verification" vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | <= 5.5 |
References
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-02
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-02
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0246?
CVE-2001-0246 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote web site operators to read certain files on the client by sending informat...
How severe is CVE-2001-0246?
CVE-2001-0246 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0246?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.