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CVE-2002-0461: Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) v...

Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via Javascript in a web page that calls location.replace on itself, causing a loop.

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This is an old Internet Explorer availability flaw. A malicious web page could make IE 5.01 through 6 crash by abusing JavaScript page redirection. The supplied sources do not describe data theft or system compromise, but affected legacy users could experience browser disruption. Exposure is likely limited to environments that still allow Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 to browse untrusted web content. Modern browsers and systems are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Low priority unless legacy Internet Explorer remains in use. Treat it as a legacy technology risk and retire or isolate affected browsers rather than running a broad emergency response. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 from managed environments.; Use supported browsers for all web access, especially untrusted sites.; Check Microsoft or vendor guidance if legacy IE must remain operational..

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