CVE-2007-3902: Use After Free
First published: Wed Dec 12 2007(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in the CRecalcProperty function in mshtml.dll in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 through 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the setExpression method and then modifying the outerHTML property of an HTML element, one variant of "Uninitialized Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =5.x | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.2.3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-preview | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.5-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2600 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2800 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2800.1106 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2900 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0.2900.2180 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0-beta | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0.5730.11 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0-beta1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0-beta2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7.0-beta3 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=631
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-073.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26506
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019078
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28036
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-345A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4184
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38713
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4582
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-069
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/485268/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/484887/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3902?
CVE-2007-3902 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3902?
To mitigate CVE-2007-3902, users should upgrade to a supported version of Internet Explorer that is free from this vulnerability.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2007-3902?
CVE-2007-3902 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01 through 7, including various service packs.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-3902 facilitate?
CVE-2007-3902 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
Is CVE-2007-3902 still a concern for modern systems?
CVE-2007-3902 is less of a concern for modern systems as it impacts older versions of Internet Explorer that are no longer widely in use.
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