CVE-2006-3427: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Jul 7, 2006
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) by declaring the sourceURL attribute on an uninitialized DirectAnimation.StructuredGraphicsControl ActiveX Object, which triggers a null dereference.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6.0-sp2

Event History

Jul 7, 2006
CVE Published
12:05 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3427?

CVE-2006-3427 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-3427?

The best way to mitigate CVE-2006-3427 is to upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

3

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-3427?

CVE-2006-3427 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6.0, 6.0 SP1, and 6.0 SP2.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2006-3427 facilitate?

CVE-2006-3427 allows remote attackers to crash Internet Explorer by exploiting an uninitialized ActiveX object.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-3427?

Disabling ActiveX controls in Internet Explorer can help reduce the risk associated with CVE-2006-3427 until a fix is applied.

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