CVE-2002-2031

CVE-2002-2031 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 21% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Internet Explorer 5.0, 5.0.1 and 5.5 with JavaScript execution enabled allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a script tag with a src parameter that references a non-JavaScript file, then using the onError event handler to monitor the results.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-2031?
Internet Explorer 5.0, 5.0.1 and 5.5 with JavaScript execution enabled allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a script tag with a src parameter that references a non-JavaScript file, then using the onError event handler to monitor the results.
How severe is CVE-2002-2031?
CVE-2002-2031 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-2031 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 21% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-2031?
CVE-2002-2031 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2031?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-2031 published?
CVE-2002-2031 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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