CVE-2005-4718: Medium severity opera Opera Browser vulnerability
Opera 8.02 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) via (1) a crafted HTML file with a "content: url(0);" style attribute, a "bodyA" tag, a long string, and a "u" tag with a long attribute, as demonstrated by opera.html; and (2) a BGSOUND element with a "margin:-99;" STYLE attribute.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4718?
CVE-2005-4718 has a severity rating indicating it can cause a denial of service, specifically a client crash.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4718?
To fix CVE-2005-4718, users should update their Opera browser to a version later than 8.02, as earlier versions are vulnerable.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2005-4718?
The potential impact of CVE-2005-4718 includes crashing the Opera browser, leading to a denial of service for the user.
Which versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2005-4718?
CVE-2005-4718 affects Opera versions 8.02 and earlier.
Can CVE-2005-4718 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-4718 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted HTML files.