CVE-2006-2766: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in INETCOMM.DLL, as used in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 through 6.0 SP2, Windows Explorer, Outlook Express 6, and possibly other programs, allows remote user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long mhtml URI in the URL value in a URL file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2766?
CVE-2006-2766 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service through a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2766?
The best way to mitigate CVE-2006-2766 is to apply the latest security patches released by Microsoft for affected software versions.
Which software is affected by CVE-2006-2766?
CVE-2006-2766 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, Outlook Express 6, and potentially other applications that utilize INETCOMM.DLL.
Can CVE-2006-2766 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-2766 can be exploited by remote user-assisted attackers through specially crafted long mhtml URIs.
What is the impact of CVE-2006-2766?
The impact of CVE-2006-2766 is primarily a denial of service, resulting in application crashes.