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CVE-2001-0246

UnknownEPSS 5.64%

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CVE-2001-0246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote web site operators to read certain files on the client by sending information from a local frame to a frame in a different domain, aka a variant of the "Frame Domain Verification" vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 5.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote web site operators to read certain files on the client by sending information from a local frame to a frame in a different domain, aka a variant of the "Frame Domain Verification" vulnerability.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
5.64%

92.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer<= 5.5
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.01

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0246?
Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier does not properly verify the domain of a frame within a browser window, which allows remote web site operators to read certain files on the client by sending information from a local frame to a frame in a different domain, aka a variant of the "Frame Domain Verification" vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2001-0246?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0246?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST