CVE-2001-0720: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2001-0720: Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh on Mac OS X allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by ca...

Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh on Mac OS X allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by causing a BinHex or MacBinary file type to be downloaded, which causes the files to be executed if automatic decoding is enabled.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 04:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Internet Explorer for Macintosh issue where a downloaded BinHex or MacBinary file could run automatically when automatic decoding was enabled. For most modern environments, exposure is unlikely, but any retained legacy Mac OS X workstation using IE 5.1 should be treated seriously. Likely limited to legacy Mac OS X systems still running Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh with automatic decoding enabled. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so inventory validation is required before concluding exposure. Low for normal modern estates, but high for any business unit still operating legacy Mac OS X systems with this browser. The practical task is inventory confirmation and retirement planning, not emergency broad patching. Mitigation focus: Check Microsoft MS01-053 for vendor-provided remediation guidance.; Remove or isolate legacy Mac OS X systems running Internet Explorer 5.1.; Disable automatic decoding where the legacy browser must remain temporarily..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 07:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 9, 2002, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Source materials

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MS01-053CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
ie-mac-downloaded-file-execution(7336)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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