CVE-2006-1359: Code Injection
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 Beta 2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a certain createTextRange call on a checkbox object, which results in a dereference of an invalid table pointer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1359?
CVE-2006-1359 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1359?
To fix CVE-2006-1359, users should upgrade to a patched version of Internet Explorer or mitigate the risk by avoiding the use of vulnerable versions.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-1359?
CVE-2006-1359 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6.0 SP1, 6.0 SP2, and 7.0 Beta 2.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2006-1359?
CVE-2006-1359 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service attack and potentially execute arbitrary code.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2006-1359?
The vulnerability in CVE-2006-1359 involves a dereference of an invalid table pointer due to a specific createTextRange call on a checkbox object.