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CVE-2002-1670: Microsoft Windows XP Professional upgrade edition overwrites previously installed patches for Internet Expl...

Microsoft Windows XP Professional upgrade edition overwrites previously installed patches for Internet Explorer 6.0, leaving Internet Explorer unpatched.

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This CVE describes a maintenance failure: upgrading to Microsoft Windows XP Professional could undo previously installed Internet Explorer 6.0 patches. The business issue is not a new standalone exploit, but systems becoming unexpectedly unpatched after an operating system upgrade. Exposure appears limited to Windows XP Professional upgrade edition deployments where Internet Explorer 6.0 patches were installed before the upgrade. The source bundle does not identify exact versions, CPEs, or broader affected products. Treat this as a legacy hygiene and assurance issue. Prioritize only if Windows XP Professional or IE6 still exists in production, regulated, or operationally sensitive environments. Mitigation focus: Check Microsoft or vendor guidance for the affected legacy build.; Verify IE6 patch status after any Windows XP Professional upgrade.; Reapply applicable supported IE6 updates if vendor guidance requires it..

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