7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-3897

First published: Tue 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.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mobile Safari=2.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What versions of Apple Safari are affected by CVE-2005-3897?

    CVE-2005-3897 specifically affects Apple Safari version 2.0.2.

  • 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.

  • Can CVE-2005-3897 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2005-3897 can be exploited remotely by delivering malicious JavaScript to the victim's browser.

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