CVE-2006-5884: High severity microsoft ie vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2006
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Updated

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in DirectAnimation ActiveX controls for Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6 have unknown impact and remote attack vectors, possibly related to (1) Danim.dll and (2) Lmrt.dll, a different set of vulnerabilities than CVE-2006-4446 and CVE-2006-4777.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft ie=6-windows_server_2003_sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-preview
Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.5-sp1

Event History

Nov 14, 2006
CVE Published
09:07 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 15, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5884?

The severity of CVE-2006-5884 is currently categorized as unspecified, with potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5884?

To address CVE-2006-5884, users should apply any relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer versions 5.1, 5.5, or 6.

3

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2006-5884?

CVE-2006-5884 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.1, 5.5, and 6, including various service packs.

4

Is CVE-2006-5884 related to other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2006-5884 is mentioned as being a different set of vulnerabilities than CVE-2006-4446 and CVE-2006-4777.

5

What types of attack vectors are associated with CVE-2006-5884?

CVE-2006-5884 has unknown impact and is associated with remote attack vectors.

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