CVE-2006-2057
First published: Wed Apr 26 2006(Updated: )
Argument injection vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox 1.0.6 allows user-assisted remote attackers to modify command line arguments to an invoked mail client via " (double quote) characters in a mailto: scheme handler, as demonstrated by launching Microsoft Outlook with an arbitrary filename as an attachment. NOTE: it is not clear whether this issue is implementation-specific or a problem in the Microsoft API.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Firefox | =1.0.6 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =2003-sp1 | |
| Avant Browser | =10.1_build_17 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2057?
CVE-2006-2057 has a moderate severity due to its potential for exploitation through user-assisted methods.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2057?
To mitigate CVE-2006-2057, update Mozilla Firefox to a version later than 1.0.6 which addresses this vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2006-2057?
CVE-2006-2057 affects Mozilla Firefox 1.0.6, Microsoft Outlook 2003 SP1, Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP2, and Avant Browser 10.1 Build 17.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-2057?
CVE-2006-2057 is an argument injection vulnerability that allows attackers to manipulate command line arguments of invoked applications.
Can CVE-2006-2057 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-2057 requires user assistance for exploitation, making it a less likely candidate for remote attacks.
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