CVE-2007-4227
First published: Wed Aug 08 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Explorer (explorer.exe) allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a certain JPG file, as demonstrated by something.jpg. NOTE: this issue might be related to CVE-2007-3958.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4227?
CVE-2007-4227 is considered to have a moderate severity due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4227?
To mitigate CVE-2007-4227, users should update their versions of Internet Explorer to the latest available patch provided by Microsoft.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2007-4227?
CVE-2007-4227 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6.0 and 7.
What kind of attack does CVE-2007-4227 enable?
CVE-2007-4227 allows user-assisted remote attackers to trigger a denial of service condition through a specially crafted JPG file.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2007-4227?
Yes, CVE-2007-4227 has been demonstrated with a specific JPG file named something.jpg.
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