The Microsoft Active Setup ActiveX component in Internet Explorer 4.x and 5.x allows a remote attacker to install software components without prompting the user by stating that the softwares manufacturer is Microsoft.
Affected Software
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ie | Microsoft | 4.x (including) | 4.x (including) |
| Internet_explorer | Microsoft | 5 (including) | 5 (including) |
| Outlook | Microsoft | * | * |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1\u0026date=2000-02-15\u0026msg=20000221103938.T21312%40securityfocus.com
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1\u0026date=2000-02-15\u0026msg=20000221103938.T21312%40securityfocus.com