CVE-2004-2011
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
msxml3.dll in Internet Explorer 6.0.2600.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a single & (ampersand) in a <Ref href> link, which triggers a parsing error, possibly due to missing portions of the URI.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2011?
CVE-2004-2011 is considered a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2011?
The best way to resolve CVE-2004-2011 is to upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2004-2011?
CVE-2004-2011 affects Internet Explorer version 6.0.2600.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-2011 enable?
CVE-2004-2011 allows remote attackers to crash Internet Explorer using a malformed <Ref href> link.
When was CVE-2004-2011 disclosed?
CVE-2004-2011 was publicly disclosed in 2004.
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