CVE-2004-1617: Input Validation
Lynx, lynx-ssl, and lynx-cur before 2.8.6dev.8 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a web page or HTML email that contains invalid HTML including (1) a TEXTAREA tag with a large COLS value and (2) a large tag name in an element that is not terminated, as demonstrated by mangleme. NOTE: a followup suggests that the relevant trigger for this issue is the large COLS value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1617?
CVE-2004-1617 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can result in an infinite loop.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1617?
To fix CVE-2004-1617, upgrade to Lynx version 2.8.6dev.8 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2004-1617?
CVE-2004-1617 affects various Lynx versions prior to 2.8.6dev.8, including 2.7, 2.8, and all 2.8.x versions.
Can CVE-2004-1617 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-1617 can be exploited remotely by delivering specially crafted web pages or HTML emails.
What symptoms indicate an exploit of CVE-2004-1617?
Exploitation of CVE-2004-1617 typically results in the Lynx browser entering an infinite loop, effectively causing a denial of service.