CVE-2007-3903
First published: Wed Dec 12 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via uninitialized or deleted objects used in repeated calls to the (1) cloneNode or (2) nodeValue JavaScript function, a different issue than CVE-2007-3902 and CVE-2007-5344, a variant of "Uninitialized Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | =6.0-sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6 | |
| 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://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-074.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26816
- 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/38714
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4553
- 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/1/484888/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3903?
CVE-2007-3903 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3903?
To mitigate CVE-2007-3903, users should update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or apply security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2007-3903?
CVE-2007-3903 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7, including various service pack versions.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2007-3903?
CVE-2007-3903 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code through manipulated JavaScript functions.
Is CVE-2007-3903 related to other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2007-3903 is a different issue than CVE-2007-3902 and CVE-2007-5344 but shares similarities in exploit mechanisms.
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- version/internet explorer/6.0.2800
- version/internet explorer/6.0.2800.1106
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- version/internet explorer/6.0.2900.2180
- version/internet explorer/7.0-beta
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- version/internet explorer/7.0.5730.11
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- version/internet explorer/7.0-beta2
- version/internet explorer/7.0-beta3