CVE-2006-4687: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 14 2006(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted layout combinations involving DIV tags and HTML CSS float properties that trigger memory corruption, aka "HTML Rendering Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6-windows_server_2003_sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-preview | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-06-041.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-318A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/197852
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017223
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21020
- http://www.osvdb.org/31323
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4505
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29199
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A456
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-067
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/451590/100/100/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4687?
CVE-2006-4687 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4687?
To fix CVE-2006-4687, users should upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of Microsoft Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-4687?
CVE-2006-4687 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01 through 6, including several specific sub-versions.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2006-4687 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2006-4687 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-4687?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2006-4687 other than applying patches or upgrading software.
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