CVE-2001-0904

Description

Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6 with the Q312461 (MS01-055) patch modifies the HTTP_USER_AGENT (UserAgent) information that indicates that the patch has been installed, which could allow remote malicious web sites to more easily identify and exploit vulnerable clients.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 17.85% Top 10%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7581.php	vdb entry
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100619268115798&w=2	mailing list
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3556	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0904?: CVE-2001-0904 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2001-0904?: To fix CVE-2001-0904, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2001-0904 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2001-0904 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~18% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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