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Advisory Published
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CVE-2006-6602

First published: Fri Dec 15 2006(Updated: )

explorer.exe in Windows Explorer 6.00.2900.2180 in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted WMV file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows Explorer=6.00.2900.2180
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-6602?

    CVE-2006-6602 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-6602?

    To mitigate CVE-2006-6602, ensure that Windows XP SP2 is updated to a later version or apply relevant patches.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2006-6602 involve?

    CVE-2006-6602 involves a user-assisted remote attack utilizing a crafted WMV file.

  • Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2006-6602?

    CVE-2006-6602 affects Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and Windows Explorer version 6.00.2900.2180.

  • Can CVE-2006-6602 be exploited without user interaction?

    No, CVE-2006-6602 requires user interaction to be exploited.

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