Vulnerability Description
File Download box in Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5 and 6.0 allows an attacker to use the Content-Disposition and Content-Type HTML header fields to modify how the name of the file is displayed, which could trick a user into believing that a file is safe to download.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.01 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4087PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-00
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4087PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-00
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0024?
CVE-2002-0024 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). File Download box in Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5 and 6.0 allows an attacker to use the Content-Disposition and Content-Type HTML header fields to modify how the name of the file is displayed, which co...
How severe is CVE-2002-0024?
CVE-2002-0024 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-2002-0024?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.