CVE-2005-2143: Medium severity microsoft frontpage vulnerability

Published Jul 5, 2005
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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
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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.

5

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.

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