CVE-2007-1094: High severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Feb 26, 2007

Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and application crash) via JavaScript onUnload handlers that modify the structure of a document.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22678

Event History

Feb 26, 2007

CVE Published

05:28 PM

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-1094?

CVE-2007-1094 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its capacity to cause denial of service in Internet Explorer 7.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1094?

To fix CVE-2007-1094, users should upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or apply security updates provided by Microsoft.

What type of attack does CVE-2007-1094 exploit?

CVE-2007-1094 exploits a flaw in the handling of JavaScript onUnload handlers, leading to a NULL dereference and application crash.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2007-1094?

CVE-2007-1094 specifically affects Internet Explorer version 7.0.

Can CVE-2007-1094 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-1094 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger the denial of service through specially crafted JavaScript.