CVE-2004-2090

Published Feb 7, 2004 microsoft

Overview

CVE-2004-2090 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft ie. It was published on February 7, 2004.

Technical Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0.1 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via the VBScript LoadPicture method, which returns an error code if the file does not exist.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update ie to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions	Status

References

Ref lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-February/016881.html Ref secunia.com/advisories/10820 Ref www.securityfocus.com/bid/9611 Ref exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15078 Ref lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-February/016881.html Ref secunia.com/advisories/10820 Ref www.securityfocus.com/bid/9611 Ref exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15078

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2090?

CVE-2004-2090 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft ie. It was published on February 7, 2004.

How severe is CVE-2004-2090?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-2090?

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