CVE-2004-0844
First published: Sat Oct 16 2004(Updated: )
Internet Explorer 6 on Double Byte Character Set (DBCS) systems allows remote attackers to alter displayed address bars and spoof web pages via a URL containing special characters, facilitating phishing attacks, aka the "Address Bar Spoofing on Double Byte Character Set Systems Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6-windows_server_2003_sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA04-293A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/431576
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110178042025729&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=110174346717733&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17652
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17651
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A8127
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2448
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-038
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0844?
CVE-2004-0844 has a medium severity level due to its potential to facilitate phishing attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0844?
To fix CVE-2004-0844, users should update to a more secure version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0844?
CVE-2004-0844 primarily affects Internet Explorer 6 on Double Byte Character Set systems including Windows Server 2003 SP1.
What type of attack is CVE-2004-0844 associated with?
CVE-2004-0844 is associated with address bar spoofing attacks that can lead to phishing.
Can CVE-2004-0844 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0844 can be exploited remotely by attackers to manipulate the displayed address bar.
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