CVE-2004-0841: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-0841: Internet Explorer 6.x allows remote attackers to install arbitrary programs via mousedown events that call...

Internet Explorer 6.x allows remote attackers to install arbitrary programs via mousedown events that call the Popup.show method and use drag-and-drop actions in a popup window, aka "HijackClick 3" and the "Script in Image Tag File Download Vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 00:31 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2004-0841 is an old Internet Explorer 6.x flaw where a malicious webpage could abuse mouse actions and popup behavior to cause arbitrary program installation. Business risk is mainly from any remaining legacy systems that still use IE6 for browsing or embedded workflows. Exposure is expected only where Internet Explorer 6.x remains in use, especially on legacy desktops, kiosk systems, or applications that force IE6-era browsing behavior. The provided affected-product metadata is sparse, so inventory confirmation is required. Prioritize this if legacy Windows or IE6-dependent systems still exist. For modern fleets with no IE6 exposure, urgency is low, but the finding should drive legacy-browser eradication and asset validation. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems that still run Internet Explorer 6.x.; Review and apply Microsoft MS04-038 guidance for affected systems.; Restrict untrusted web browsing from any unpatched legacy hosts..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 02:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 14, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:2611CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS04-038CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:8077CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
ie-popupshow-perform-actions(16675)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:4363CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:5620CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:6031CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:6048CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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