Vulnerability Description
Netscape Communicator before 4.77 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript via a GIF image whose comment contains the Javascript.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netscape | Communicator | <= 4.77 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000393
- http://download.immunix.org/ImmunixOS/7.0/updates/IMNX-2001-70-014-01
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=98685237415117&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-051PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/5579
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-046.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2637
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6344
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000393
- http://download.immunix.org/ImmunixOS/7.0/updates/IMNX-2001-70-014-01
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=98685237415117&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-051PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/5579
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-046.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2637
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0596?
CVE-2001-0596 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Netscape Communicator before 4.77 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript via a GIF image whose comment contains the Javascript.
How severe is CVE-2001-0596?
CVE-2001-0596 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-2001-0596?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netscape Communicator.