Vulnerability Description
Internet Explorer 5.5 allows remote attackers to bypass security restrictions via malformed URLs that contain dotless IP addresses, which causes Internet Explorer to process the page in the Intranet Zone, which may have fewer security restrictions, aka the "Zone Spoofing Vulnerability variant" of CVE-2001-0664.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.5 |
References
- http://www.osvdb.org/5556
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-05
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8471
- http://www.osvdb.org/5556
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-05
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8471
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0724?
CVE-2001-0724 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Internet Explorer 5.5 allows remote attackers to bypass security restrictions via malformed URLs that contain dotless IP addresses, which causes Internet Explorer to process the page in the Intranet Z...
How severe is CVE-2001-0724?
CVE-2001-0724 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-2001-0724?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.