CVE-2006-1189: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Apr 11 2006(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in URLMON.DLL in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL with an International Domain Name (IDN) using double-byte character sets (DBCS), aka the "Double Byte Character Parsing Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5.01 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-101A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/341028
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18957
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17454
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015900
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2006-04/0227.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1318
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/25551
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A792
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1484
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1020
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-013
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1189?
CVE-2006-1189 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I mitigate CVE-2006-1189?
Mitigation for CVE-2006-1189 involves upgrading to a non-vulnerable version of Internet Explorer or applying security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-1189?
CVE-2006-1189 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 5.5, 5.1, and 6.0.
What attack vectors are used in CVE-2006-1189?
CVE-2006-1189 can be exploited through crafted URLs that utilize International Domain Names with double-byte character sets.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2006-1189?
Exploitation of CVE-2006-1189 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing an attacker to take control of the affected system.
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