CVE-2003-1041: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-1041: Internet Explorer 5.x and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via a modified director...

Internet Explorer 5.x and 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via a modified directory traversal attack using a URL containing ".." (dot dot) sequences and a filename that ends in "::" which is treated as a .chm file even if it does not have a .chm extension. NOTE: this bug may overlap CVE-2004-0475.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Internet Explorer flaw that could let a remote attacker run programs on a victim system through a specially crafted URL. Business urgency is mainly for legacy estates: any remaining IE 5.x or 6.0 use should be treated as unacceptable exposure. Exposure is limited to systems still using Internet Explorer 5.x or 6.0. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams should validate against browser versions and Microsoft bulletin coverage rather than assume broader impact. Prioritize if legacy Windows desktops, kiosks, or operational systems still rely on IE 5.x or 6.0. For modern environments without those versions, this is mainly a legacy hygiene and asset-discovery issue. Mitigation focus: Remove or isolate Internet Explorer 5.x and 6.0 systems where possible.; Review and apply Microsoft guidance in MS04-023 for affected legacy systems.; Restrict exposure of legacy browsers to untrusted web or email content..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 05:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 20, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:1186CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS04-023CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:1943CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:956CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:3514CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
ie-showhelp-directory-traversal(14105)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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