CVE-2006-2382: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jun 13 2006(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 and 6 SP1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted UTF-8 encoded HTML that results in size discrepancies during conversion to Unicode, aka "HTML Decoding Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-06-017.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/136849
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18309
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-164A.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016291
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20595
- http://www.osvdb.org/26443
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2319
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26766
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1931
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1906
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1862
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1752
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1621
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1414
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-021
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/436985/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2382?
CVE-2006-2382 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How does CVE-2006-2382 affect Microsoft Internet Explorer?
CVE-2006-2382 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01 SP4 and 6 SP1, allowing attackers to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability.
What types of attacks can be executed via CVE-2006-2382?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine through crafted UTF-8 encoded HTML.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2006-2382?
To mitigate CVE-2006-2382, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or apply a relevant security patch.
Is CVE-2006-2382 still a relevant vulnerability today?
While CVE-2006-2382 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant as it demonstrates the risks of using outdated software.
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