Vulnerability Description
The Google toolbar 1.1.58 and earlier allows remote web sites to perform unauthorized toolbar operations including script execution and file reading in other zones such as "My Computer" by opening a window to tools.google.com or the res: protocol, then using script to modify the window's location to the toolbar's configuration URL, which bypasses the origin verification check.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Toolbar | 1.1.41 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2002-q3/0066.html
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/286527ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://sec.greymagic.com/adv/gm001-mc/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5424ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2002-q3/0066.html
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/286527ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://sec.greymagic.com/adv/gm001-mc/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5424ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1442?
CVE-2002-1442 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Google toolbar 1.1.58 and earlier allows remote web sites to perform unauthorized toolbar operations including script execution and file reading in other zones such as "My Computer" by opening a w...
How severe is CVE-2002-1442?
CVE-2002-1442 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-2002-1442?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Toolbar.