CVE-2004-2291
High
Description
Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an embedded script that uses Shell Helper objects and a shortcut (link) to execute the target script.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Microsoft Internet Explorer
PublishedDec 31, 2004
First seenDec 31, 2004
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft internet_explorer | 5.5, 6.0 | — |
| microsoft ie | 6.0 | — |
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