CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0339

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to display a URL in the address bar that is different than the URL that is actually being displayed, which could be used in web site spoofing attacks.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk of deception, as users may be misled about the true address of a site, potentially leading to data theft or malicious actions.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Internet Explorer to the latest version or consider using an alternative browser to minimize the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Internet Explorer 5.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to display a URL in the address bar that is different than the URL that is actually being displayed, which could be used in web site spoofing attacks, aka the "Web page spoofing vulnerability."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS