CVE-2006-3637
First published: Tue Aug 08 2006(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 and 6 does not properly handle various HTML layout component combinations, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML file that leads to memory corruption, aka "HTML Rendering Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6-windows_server_2003_sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-220A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/340060
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21396
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016663
- http://www.osvdb.org/27853
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3212
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A502
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-042
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3637?
CVE-2006-3637 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3637?
To mitigate CVE-2006-3637, it's recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer or apply relevant security patches from Microsoft.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3637?
CVE-2006-3637 affects users of Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 and 6, particularly on Windows Server 2003 SP1.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-3637?
CVE-2006-3637 can be exploited through crafted HTML files that leverage memory corruption to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-3637?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2006-3637 includes disabling the rendering of scripts or avoiding the use of Internet Explorer for browsing untrusted sites.
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