CVE-2005-3897: High severity Safari vulnerability
Published Nov 29, 2005
·Updated
Apple Safari 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system slowdown) via a Javascript BODY onload event that calls the window function.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Safari=2.0.2
Event History
Nov 29, 2005
CVE Published
09:03 PM
Nov 30, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3897?
The severity of CVE-2005-3897 is considered to be moderate, as it can cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-3897?
To fix CVE-2005-3897, upgrade to a newer version of Apple Safari that does not have this vulnerability.
3
What versions of Apple Safari are affected by CVE-2005-3897?
CVE-2005-3897 specifically affects Apple Safari version 2.0.2.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2005-3897 involve?
CVE-2005-3897 involves a denial of service attack resulting from a malicious Javascript onload event.
5
Can CVE-2005-3897 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-3897 can be exploited remotely by delivering malicious JavaScript to the victim's browser.