CVE-2006-3451: Input Validation
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 SP4 and 6 do not properly garbage collect when "multiple imports are used on a styleSheets collection" to construct a chain of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3451?
CVE-2006-3451 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3451?
To fix CVE-2006-3451, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-3451?
CVE-2006-3451 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.0 SP4 and 6 on Windows Server 2003 SP1.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2006-3451?
CVE-2006-3451 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system through specially crafted CSS.
Is CVE-2006-3451 still a threat today?
While CVE-2006-3451 is less of a threat today due to deprecated versions of Internet Explorer, it remains important to ensure that all outdated software is updated or removed.