CVE-2006-6311
First published: Wed Dec 06 2006(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a style attribute in an HTML table tag with a width value that is dynamically calculated using JavaScript.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2900.2180 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6311?
CVE-2006-6311 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6311?
To mitigate CVE-2006-6311, users should upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What does CVE-2006-6311 affect?
CVE-2006-6311 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0.2900.2180.
Can CVE-2006-6311 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-6311 can be exploited remotely by attackers using malicious HTML code.
What impact does CVE-2006-6311 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2006-6311 is denial of service, causing the browser to crash when a specially crafted HTML table is loaded.
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