CVE-2003-0823: Internet Explorer 6 SP1 and earlier allows remote attackers to direct drag and drop behaviors and other mou...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2003-0823 is an old Internet Explorer issue where a malicious web page could manipulate window movement to redirect user mouse actions, including drag-and-drop or clicks, into another window. The practical risk is highest where legacy IE 6 SP1 or earlier remains in use. Exposure is mainly legacy desktops, kiosks, embedded systems, or lab environments still running Internet Explorer 6 SP1 or earlier. Modern environments should have low exposure unless old Windows images or compatibility workflows remain active. Prioritize remediation if legacy Internet Explorer is still present in business workflows. For modern fleets, this should be a legacy hygiene item rather than an emergency, because active exploitation is not supported by the supplied sources. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and the MS03-048 security update where applicable.; Retire Internet Explorer 6 SP1 and earlier from production use.; Block untrusted browsing from legacy hosts that cannot be upgraded..

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Jun 30, 2026, 07:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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