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CVE-2002-1204

UnknownEPSS 1.32%

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CVE-2002-1204 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Netscape Communicator 4.x allows attackers to use a link to steal a user's preferences, including potentially sensitive information such as URL history, e-mail address, and possibly the e-mail password, by redefining the user_pref() function and accessing the prefs.js file, which is stored in a directory with a predictable name.. EPSS estimates a 1.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Netscape Communicator 4.x allows attackers to use a link to steal a user's preferences, including potentially sensitive information such as URL history, e-mail address, and possibly the e-mail password, by redefining the user_pref() function and accessing the prefs.js file, which is stored in a directory with a predictable name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.32%

67.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NetscapeCommunicator4.6
NetscapeCommunicator4.7
NetscapeCommunicator4.61
NetscapeCommunicator4.72
NetscapeCommunicator4.73
NetscapeCommunicator4.74
NetscapeCommunicator4.75
NetscapeCommunicator4.76
NetscapeCommunicator4.77
NetscapeCommunicator4.78

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1204?
Netscape Communicator 4.x allows attackers to use a link to steal a user's preferences, including potentially sensitive information such as URL history, e-mail address, and possibly the e-mail password, by redefining the user_pref() function and accessing the prefs.js file, which is stored in a directory with a predictable name.
How severe is CVE-2002-1204?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1204 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1204?
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