CVE-2007-0942
First published: Tue May 08 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 on Windows 2000 SP4; 6 SP1 on Windows 2000 SP4; 6 and 7 on Windows XP SP2, or Windows Server 2003 SP1 or SP2; and possibly 7 on Windows Vista does not properly "instantiate certain COM objects as ActiveX controls," which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted COM object from chtskdic.dll.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.0.1-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =gold | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018019
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23769
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-128A.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/34399
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1712
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33252
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1939
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-027
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/468871/100/200/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0942?
CVE-2007-0942 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-0942?
CVE-2007-0942 affects various versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer, specifically versions 5.01, 6, and 7 on different Windows platforms.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0942?
To mitigate CVE-2007-0942, it's essential to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Can CVE-2007-0942 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-0942 can be exploited remotely by attackers, allowing them to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2007-0942?
The potential impacts of CVE-2007-0942 include unauthorized access, data loss, and the installation of malicious software.
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