CVE-2006-4560: High severity Microsoft ie vulnerability

Published Sep 6, 2006
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Updated

Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the browser's session with an arbitrary intranet web server, by hosting script on an Internet web server that can be made inaccessible by the attacker and that has a domain name under the attacker's control, which can force the browser to drop DNS pinning and perform a new DNS query for the domain name after the script is already running.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft ie=6-windows_server_2003_sp1

Event History

Sep 6, 2006
CVE Published
12:04 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-2006-4560?

CVE-2006-4560 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for remote code execution by attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4560?

To fix CVE-2006-4560, it is recommended to upgrade to a more secure version of Internet Explorer or apply any relevant Microsoft patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2006-4560?

CVE-2006-4560 affects users of Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 and Windows Server 2003 SP1.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2006-4560 enable?

CVE-2006-4560 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the user's browser session.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2006-4560?

The implications of CVE-2006-4560 include the potential for data theft, session hijacking, and other malicious activities conducted via compromised web scripts.

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