Description
Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to bypass the popup blocker via the document object model (DOM) methods in the DHTML Dynamic HTML (DHTML) Editing Component (DEC) and Javascript that calls showModalDialog.
Product(s):
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 -
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 Service Pack 1
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2004-1173, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2004-1173 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.