CVE-2006-4888: Medium severity microsoft ie vulnerability
Published Sep 19, 2006
·Updated
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a CSS-formatted HTML INPUT element within a DIV element that has a larger size than the INPUT.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft ie<=6
Event History
Sep 19, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4888?
CVE-2006-4888 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service by causing the application to hang.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-4888?
To fix CVE-2006-4888, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Microsoft Internet Explorer that doesn't exhibit this vulnerability.
3
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-4888?
CVE-2006-4888 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and earlier versions.
4
Can CVE-2006-4888 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-4888 can be exploited remotely through maliciously crafted CSS-formatted HTML.
5
What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2006-4888?
CVE-2006-4888 is associated with denial of service attacks that cause the browser to freeze or hang.