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CVE-2002-1188

UnknownEPSS 12.29%

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CVE-2002-1188 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to identify the path to the Temporary Internet Files folder and obtain user information such as cookies via certain uses of the OBJECT tag, which are not subjected to the proper security checks, aka "Temporary Internet Files folders Name Reading.". EPSS estimates a 12.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to identify the path to the Temporary Internet Files folder and obtain user information such as cookies via certain uses of the OBJECT tag, which are not subjected to the proper security checks, aka "Temporary Internet Files folders Name Reading."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
12.29%

95.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.0.1
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.5
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1188?
Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to identify the path to the Temporary Internet Files folder and obtain user information such as cookies via certain uses of the OBJECT tag, which are not subjected to the proper security checks, aka "Temporary Internet Files folders Name Reading."
How severe is CVE-2002-1188?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1188 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1188?
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