CVE-2002-1442: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1442: The Google toolbar 1.1.58 and earlier allows remote web sites to perform unauthorized toolbar operations in...

The Google toolbar 1.1.58 and earlier allows remote web sites to perform unauthorized toolbar operations including script execution and file reading in other zones such as "My Computer" by opening a window to tools.google.com or the res: protocol, then using script to modify the window's location to the toolbar's configuration URL, which bypasses the origin verification check.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

A malicious website could abuse Google Toolbar 1.1.58 or earlier to make the toolbar perform actions it should not allow. The reported impact includes script execution and reading files from more trusted browser zones, including “My Computer.” This is an old issue, but any remaining legacy installations should be treated as risky. Exposure appears limited to systems still running Google Toolbar 1.1.58 or earlier in a compatible legacy browser environment. The source bundle does not identify broader affected products or modern platforms. Low for modern environments, higher for legacy estates. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless asset inventory shows affected toolbar versions still in use. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Google Toolbar 1.1.58 or earlier.; Remove or disable affected legacy toolbar installations.; Check archived vendor guidance for any named fixed version or migration advice..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 04:10 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 18, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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