Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to misrepresent the source of a file in the File Download dialogue box to trick users into thinking that the file type is safe to download, aka "File Origin Spoofing."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.01 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103054692223380&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9937.php
- http://www.osvdb.org/5129
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5559
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-04
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103054692223380&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9937.php
- http://www.osvdb.org/5129
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5559
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-04
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0722?
CVE-2002-0722 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to misrepresent the source of a file in the File Download dialogue box to trick users into thinking that the file type is safe to...
How severe is CVE-2002-0722?
CVE-2002-0722 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-2002-0722?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.