CVE-2006-6659
First published: Wed Dec 20 2006(Updated: )
The Microsoft Office Outlook Recipient ActiveX control (ole32.dll) in Windows XP SP2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer 7 hang) via crafted HTML.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook | ||
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =7.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6659?
CVE-2006-6659 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6659?
To mitigate CVE-2006-6659, users should install the latest security updates for Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer.
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2006-6659?
CVE-2006-6659 affects Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer 7, and Windows XP SP2.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-6659 involve?
CVE-2006-6659 involves a denial of service attack that can hang Internet Explorer when processing crafted HTML.
Is CVE-2006-6659 easily exploitable?
CVE-2006-6659 can be exploited remotely, potentially allowing attackers to cause application hangs.
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