CVE-2005-1191
First published: Tue Apr 19 2005(Updated: )
The Web View DLL (webvw.dll), as used in Windows Explorer on Windows 2000 systems, does not properly filter an apostrophe ("'") in the author name in a document, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary script via extra attributes when Web View constructs a mailto: link for the preview pane when the user selects the file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows 98 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows 9x | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/396224
- http://security.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm015-ie
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13248
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/0509
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/20380
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3585
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1191?
CVE-2005-1191 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary script execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1191?
To fix CVE-2005-1191, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows operating systems.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2005-1191?
CVE-2005-1191 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows 98, and Windows ME systems.
What exploit does CVE-2005-1191 enable?
CVE-2005-1191 enables attackers to execute arbitrary scripts via manipulated mailto: links in the Windows Explorer preview pane.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-1191?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2005-1191 is to disable the preview pane in Windows Explorer.
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