Vulnerability Description
Cross-Frame scripting vulnerability in the WebBrowser control as used in Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, read arbitrary files, or conduct other unauthorized activities via script that accesses the Document property, which bypasses <frame> and <iframe> domain restrictions.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.5 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0024.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103470310417576&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103470202010570&w=2
- http://security.greymagic.com/adv/gm011-ie/ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-018.shtml
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10371.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5963
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-06
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0024.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103470310417576&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=103470202010570&w=2
- http://security.greymagic.com/adv/gm011-ie/ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-018.shtml
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1217?
CVE-2002-1217 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Cross-Frame scripting vulnerability in the WebBrowser control as used in Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, read arbitrary files, or conduct other unautho...
How severe is CVE-2002-1217?
CVE-2002-1217 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-2002-1217?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.