MEDIUM · 6.8

CVE-2002-1187

Cross-site scripting vulnerability (XSS) in Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to read and execute files on the local system via web pages using the <frame> or <iframe> element...

Vulnerability Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability (XSS) in Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to read and execute files on the local system via web pages using the <frame> or <iframe> element and javascript, aka "Frames Cross Site Scripting," as demonstrated using the PrivacyPolicy.dlg resource.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.0

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2002-1187?

CVE-2002-1187 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Cross-site scripting vulnerability (XSS) in Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to read and execute files on the local system via web pages using the <frame> or <iframe> element...

How severe is CVE-2002-1187?

CVE-2002-1187 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1187?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.