CVE-2006-5578: Low severity Microsoft ie vulnerability

Published Dec 12, 2006
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and earlier allows remote attackers to read Temporary Internet Files (TIF) and obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors involving certain drag and drop operations, aka "TIF Folder Information Disclosure Vulnerability," and a different issue than CVE-2006-5577.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft ie<=6

Event History

Dec 12, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:28 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5578?

CVE-2006-5578 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5578?

To fix CVE-2006-5578, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer or apply any available security patches from Microsoft.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2006-5578?

CVE-2006-5578 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and earlier versions on Windows Server 2003 SP1 and similar platforms.

4

What kind of information can be disclosed due to CVE-2006-5578?

CVE-2006-5578 allows attackers to read Temporary Internet Files, which may contain sensitive user information.

5

Can CVE-2006-5578 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-5578 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specific drag and drop operations.

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