CVE-2005-0554: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 13, 2005
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the URL processor of Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a URL with a long hostname, aka "URL Parsing Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.01
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0

Event History

Apr 13, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-0554?

CVE-2005-0554 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-0554?

To mitigate CVE-2005-0554, users should upgrade to a more recent version of Internet Explorer or apply relevant security patches if available.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2005-0554?

CVE-2005-0554 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2005-0554 facilitate?

CVE-2005-0554 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through specially crafted URLs.

5

Is there proof-of-concept code available for CVE-2005-0554?

Yes, proof-of-concept code demonstrating CVE-2005-0554 has been reported, showcasing its exploit capabilities.

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