Microsoft IIS 5.0 Session ID Cookie Marking Patch

eliminates a security vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Information Server which could allow a malicious user to hijack another user's secure Web session under a very restricted set of circumstances.

Operating system

Windows NT/2000/Windows 10/11

File size

542 KB

License

Freeware

Last updated

Mar 12, 2025

250 downloads·518 page views

Overview

What is Microsoft IIS 5.0 Session ID Cookie Marking Patch?

In depth

A closer look at Microsoft IIS 5.0 Session ID Cookie Marking Patch

This vulnerability could allow a malicious user to connect to another user’s existing session with a secure Web page and take action on the other user’s behalf, such as placing orders or viewing personal information.

The conditions under which this vulnerability could be exploited are quite restricted. The malicious user would need to have complete control over the communications between the user and the Web site, and be able to read and insert data. Moreover, it would not enable the malicious user to start a session as another user.

Verdict

Should you download Microsoft IIS 5.0 Session ID Cookie Marking Patch?

Microsoft IIS 5.0 Session ID Cookie Marking Patch runs on Windows NT/2000/Windows 10/11 and is available under the Freeware license — the installer is 542 KB. We’ve catalogued it under Servers.

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