Vulnerability Description
Internet Explorer 5.0, and possibly other versions, may allow remote attackers (malicious web pages) to read known text files from a client's hard drive via a SCRIPT tag with a SRC value that points to the text file.
CVSS Score
2.6
LOW
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/cgi-bin/archive.pl?id=1&mid=189341ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6688
- http://www.securityfocus.com/cgi-bin/archive.pl?id=1&mid=189341ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6688
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0807?
CVE-2001-0807 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.6 (LOW). Internet Explorer 5.0, and possibly other versions, may allow remote attackers (malicious web pages) to read known text files from a client's hard drive via a SCRIPT tag with a SRC value that points t...
How severe is CVE-2001-0807?
CVE-2001-0807 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-2001-0807?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.