CVE-2005-4089: XSS
First published: Thu Dec 08 2005(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to bypass cross-domain security restrictions and obtain sensitive information by using the @import directive to download files from other domains that are not valid Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) files, as demonstrated using Google Desktop, aka "CSSXSS" and "CSS Cross-Domain Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.hacker.co.il/security/ie/css_import.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15660
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17564
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016291
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2319
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2804
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1985
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1977
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1914
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1838
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1800
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1556
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-021
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4089?
CVE-2005-4089 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to bypass security restrictions in Microsoft Internet Explorer.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4089?
To fix CVE-2005-4089, users should upgrade to a patched version of Microsoft Internet Explorer or apply available security updates.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2005-4089?
CVE-2005-4089 affects Internet Explorer version 6.0 with Service Pack 1 and 2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-4089?
CVE-2005-4089 is a cross-domain security vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Can CVE-2005-4089 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-4089 can be exploited remotely by attackers to obtain sensitive information.
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