CVE-2005-2143: Medium severity microsoft frontpage vulnerability
Published Jul 5, 2005
·Updated
Microsoft Front Page allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted style tag in a web page.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft FrontPage
Event History
Jul 5, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2143?
The severity of CVE-2005-2143 is classified as high due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2143?
To fix CVE-2005-2143, ensure that you are using the most up-to-date version of Microsoft FrontPage and apply any available security updates.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2005-2143 exploit?
CVE-2005-2143 exploits a vulnerability that allows attackers to cause a denial of service by using crafted style tags in web pages.
4
What software is affected by CVE-2005-2143?
CVE-2005-2143 affects Microsoft Office FrontPage across various versions.
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Can CVE-2005-2143 be mitigated by user actions?
Yes, users can mitigate CVE-2005-2143 by avoiding the opening of untrusted or suspicious web pages that might contain malicious style tags.