CVE-2002-0783

Name: CVE-2002-0783
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-08-12T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.81%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-0783 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Opera 6.01, 6.0, and 5.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the security context of other sites by setting the location of a frame or iframe to a Javascript: URL.. EPSS estimates a 2.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Opera 6.01, 6.0, and 5.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the security context of other sites by setting the location of a frame or iframe to a Javascript: URL.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.81%

84.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opera Software	Opera Web Browser	5.12
Opera Software	Opera Web Browser	6.0
Opera Software	Opera Web Browser	6.0.1

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-05/0117.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9096.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4745Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-05/0117.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9096.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4745Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 12, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0783?

Opera 6.01, 6.0, and 5.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the security context of other sites by setting the location of a frame or iframe to a Javascript: URL.

How severe is CVE-2002-0783?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0783 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0783?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2002-0783?

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Source: NVD / NIST