CVE-2005-2831: High severity Microsoft ie vulnerability
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 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 intended for use within Internet Explorer, aka a variant of the "COM Object Instantiation Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-2127.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2831?
CVE-2005-2831 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2831?
To fix CVE-2005-2831, users should upgrade their Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest supported version and apply all security patches.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2005-2831?
CVE-2005-2831 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, and 6.0, including their respective service packs.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2005-2831?
CVE-2005-2831 is associated with denial of service attacks that can lead to application crashes or potential code execution.
Can CVE-2005-2831 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2831 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted web pages that leverage embedded CLSIDs.