CVE-2005-0554: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 13 2005(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."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5.01 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=229&type=vulnerabilities
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14922/
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-102A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/756122
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A789
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3817
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2559
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2253
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1196
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-020
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
What versions are affected by CVE-2005-0554?
CVE-2005-0554 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0.
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.
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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