CVE-2002-0691: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 and 5.5 allows remote attackers to execute scripts in the Local Computer z...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This old Internet Explorer flaw could let a remote attacker make script run with the browser’s Local Computer zone privileges. That zone was more trusted than normal web content, so exposure matters mainly where Internet Explorer 5.01 or 5.5 still exists in legacy workflows. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems, virtual machines, kiosks, or application stacks that still depend on Internet Explorer 5.01 or 5.5. The affected product table in the provided bundle is incomplete, so asset validation should use installed browser version evidence. Prioritize this if the organization still operates legacy Internet Explorer environments. For modern fleets, urgency is usually low, but unsupported browser dependencies should be tracked as operational risk because remediation may require application migration. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS02-047 and apply any applicable vendor security update.; Remove or retire Internet Explorer 5.01 and 5.5 where possible.; Block legacy IE use for internet browsing..

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Jun 30, 2026, 12:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.