CVE-2006-0830
First published: Tue Feb 21 2006(Updated: )
The scripting engine in Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a web page that contains a recurrent call to an infinite loop in Javascript or VBscript, which consumes the stack, as demonstrated by resetting the "location" variable within the loop.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0830?
CVE-2006-0830 has been categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0830?
To fix CVE-2006-0830, users should update to a version of Internet Explorer that is no longer vulnerable or apply any available security patches from Microsoft.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-0830?
CVE-2006-0830 specifically affects Internet Explorer version 6.0.2900.
Can CVE-2006-0830 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-0830 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted web pages containing infinite loops in JavaScript or VBScript.
What type of attacks can be executed using CVE-2006-0830?
CVE-2006-0830 can lead to denial of service attacks and potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
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