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CVE-2003-1559

UnknownEPSS 15.80%

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CVE-2003-1559 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.22, and other 5 through 6 SP1 versions, sends Referer headers containing https:// URLs in requests for http:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by reading Referer log data.. EPSS estimates a 15.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.22, and other 5 through 6 SP1 versions, sends Referer headers containing https:// URLs in requests for http:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by reading Referer log data.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
15.80%

96.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftIe5.22
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.5
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1559?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.22, and other 5 through 6 SP1 versions, sends Referer headers containing https:// URLs in requests for http:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by reading Referer log data.
How severe is CVE-2003-1559?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1559 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1559?
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