CVE-2007-0024: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jan 09 2007(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the Vector Markup Language (VML) implementation (vgx.dll) in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 6, and 7 on Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, Server 2003, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page that contains unspecified integer properties that cause insufficient memory allocation and trigger a buffer overflow, aka the "VML Buffer Overrun Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=462
- http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=929969
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/122084
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21930
- http://www.osvdb.org/31250
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017489
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23677
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-009.htm
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-009A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0129
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0105
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31287
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1058
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-004
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/457274/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/457164/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/457053/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0024?
CVE-2007-0024 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0024?
To address CVE-2007-0024, it is recommended to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Internet Explorer.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-0024?
CVE-2007-0024 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 6, and 7 running on Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1.
Can CVE-2007-0024 enable attackers to gain control of my computer?
Yes, CVE-2007-0024 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to full control over the affected system.
What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2007-0024?
CVE-2007-0024 is associated with attacks that involve crafted web pages designed to exploit the integer overflow vulnerability.
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