CVE-2005-2087
First published: Thu Jun 30 2005(Updated: )
Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 up to 6 on various Windows operating systems, including IE 6.0.2900.2180 on Windows XP, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a web page with embedded CLSIDs that reference certain COM objects that are not ActiveX controls, as demonstrated using the JVIEW Profiler (Javaprxy.dll). NOTE: the researcher says that the vendor could not reproduce this problem.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =5.1 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =5.2.3 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6-windows_server_2003_sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-preview | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2900.2180 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/903144.mspx
- http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=5225
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/939605
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14087
- http://www.osvdb.org/17680
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014329
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15891
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-193A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/404055
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/959049
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/0935
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112006764714946&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21193
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A793
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1518
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1506
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1326
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-037
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2087?
CVE-2005-2087 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service and possible remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2087?
To fix CVE-2005-2087, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Internet Explorer that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2005-2087?
CVE-2005-2087 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01 SP4 up to 6, including certain versions on Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
What kind of attacks does CVE-2005-2087 enable?
CVE-2005-2087 may allow remote attackers to crash the application or potentially execute arbitrary code by exploiting specific embedded CLSIDs on web pages.
Is there a way to mitigate the risks of CVE-2005-2087 without updating?
While updating is the best protection, users can mitigate risks by disabling scripts and ActiveX controls, which may limit exposure to this vulnerability.
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