Vulnerability Description
Netscape Communicator 4.x allows attackers to use a link to steal a user's preferences, including potentially sensitive information such as URL history, e-mail address, and possibly the e-mail password, by redefining the user_pref() function and accessing the prefs.js file, which is stored in a directory with a predictable name.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.6 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0081.html
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/11.19.02c.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10655.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6215
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0081.html
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/11.19.02c.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10655.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6215
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1204?
CVE-2002-1204 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Netscape Communicator 4.x allows attackers to use a link to steal a user's preferences, including potentially sensitive information such as URL history, e-mail address, and possibly the e-mail passwor...
How severe is CVE-2002-1204?
CVE-2002-1204 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1204?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netscape Communicator.