CVE-2007-5456: Code Injection
First published: Sun Oct 14 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass the "File Download - Security Warning" dialog box and download arbitrary .exe files by placing a '?' (question mark) followed by a non-.exe filename after the .exe filename, as demonstrated by (1) .txt, (2) .cda, (3) .log, (4) .dif, (5) .sol, (6) .htt, (7) .itpc, (8) .itms, (9) .dvr-ms, (10) .dib, (11) .asf, (12) .tif, and unspecified other extensions, a different issue than CVE-2004-1331. NOTE: this issue might not cross privilege boundaries, although it does bypass an intended protection mechanism.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | <=7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26062
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3222
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482314/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482297/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482248/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482220/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5456?
CVE-2007-5456 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file downloads.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5456?
To fix CVE-2007-5456, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-5456?
CVE-2007-5456 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and earlier versions.
Can CVE-2007-5456 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-5456 can be exploited remotely by attackers to bypass security prompts and download files.
What types of files can be downloaded using CVE-2007-5456?
CVE-2007-5456 allows the download of arbitrary .exe files by manipulating the file name in the URL.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/severity
- agent/weakness
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/author
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/internet explorer
- version/internet explorer/7