Vulnerability Description
Certain versions of Internet Explorer 5 and 6, in certain Windows environments, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (freeze) via a URL to C:\aux (MS-DOS device name) and possibly other devices.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.0 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-July/006286.html
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-July/006286.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0519?
CVE-2003-0519 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Certain versions of Internet Explorer 5 and 6, in certain Windows environments, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (freeze) via a URL to C:\aux (MS-DOS device name) and possibly other...
How severe is CVE-2003-0519?
CVE-2003-0519 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-2003-0519?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.