CVE-2006-0585: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability
jscript.dll in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a Shockwave Flash object that contains ActionScript code that calls VBScript, which in turn calls the Javascript document.write function, which triggers a null dereference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0585?
CVE-2006-0585 has a severity rating that typically indicates a denial of service vulnerability that can cause application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0585?
To remediate CVE-2006-0585, users should upgrade to a patched version of Microsoft Internet Explorer or implement workarounds such as disabling ActiveX controls.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-0585?
CVE-2006-0585 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer, specifically versions 3.0 to 6.0 SP1.
Can CVE-2006-0585 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-0585 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger the vulnerability through specially crafted Shockwave Flash content.
What kind of impact does CVE-2006-0585 have on users?
The impact of CVE-2006-0585 includes potential application crashes and denial of service, disrupting user access to Internet Explorer.