CVE-2009-3019: Code Injection
First published: Mon Aug 31 2009(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and Internet Explorer 7 on Vista, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via JavaScript code that calls createElement to create an instance of the LI element, and then calls setAttribute to set the value attribute.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3019?
CVE-2009-3019 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause an application crash.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3019?
To mitigate CVE-2009-3019, users should upgrade to a more secure version of Internet Explorer or apply any relevant security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2009-3019?
CVE-2009-3019 affects Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 and SP3, as well as Internet Explorer 7 on Windows Vista.
Can CVE-2009-3019 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-3019 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted JavaScript code.
What should I do if I am using an affected version related to CVE-2009-3019?
If using an affected version, it is recommended to cease using it or update to a supported version of Internet Explorer to avoid potential attacks.
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