CVE-2006-4301: Input Validation
First published: Wed Aug 23 2006(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long Color attribute in multiple DirectX Media Image DirectX Transforms ActiveX COM Objects from (a) dxtmsft.dll and (b) dxtmsft3.dll, including (1) DXImageTransform.Microsoft.MaskFilter.1, (2) DXImageTransform.Microsoft.Chroma.1, and (3) DX3DTransform.Microsoft.Shapes.1.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://xsec.org/index.php?module=releases&act=view&type=1&id=17
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19640
- http://www.osvdb.org/29524
- http://www.osvdb.org/29525
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1439
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28516
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4251
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443907/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4301?
CVE-2006-4301 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause a crash in Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4301?
To fix CVE-2006-4301, you should upgrade to a more recent version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-4301?
CVE-2006-4301 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1.
What kind of attack vector does CVE-2006-4301 utilize?
CVE-2006-4301 utilizes a long Color attribute in DirectX Media Image DirectX Transforms ActiveX COM Objects to exploit the vulnerability.
Can CVE-2006-4301 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-4301 can be exploited remotely by attackers to cause a denial of service condition.
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