CVE-2003-1283 Security feature bypass in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can view local files and execute code by exploiting KaZaA's use of the Internet Explorer local security zone for advertisements.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2003-1283?

CVE-2003-1283 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Nov 2005. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

KaZaA Media Desktop (KMD) 2.0 launches advertisements in the Internet Explorer (IE) local security zone, which could allow remote attackers to view local files and possibly execute arbitrary code.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-1283?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Kazaa Kazaa Media Desktop.

How do I fix CVE-2003-1283?

No fix has been published for CVE-2003-1283 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2003-1283 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2003-1283 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vm95-53x8-2g6x.

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