CVE-2009-2655: Input Validation
First published: Mon Aug 03 2009(Updated: )
mshtml.dll in Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and 8 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by calling the JavaScript findText method with a crafted Unicode string in the first argument, and only one additional argument, as demonstrated by a second argument of -1.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2655?
CVE-2009-2655 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to application crashes in Internet Explorer.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2655?
To mitigate CVE-2009-2655, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2009-2655?
CVE-2009-2655 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and 8 on Windows XP SP3.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-2655 enable?
CVE-2009-2655 enables a denial of service attack, causing the application to crash when exploited.
Can CVE-2009-2655 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-2655 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted JavaScript.
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