CVE-2010-2118: Medium severity Microsoft ie vulnerability
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180 and 8.0.7600.16385 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via JavaScript code containing an infinite loop that creates IFRAME elements for invalid news:// URIs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2118?
CVE-2010-2118 has a severity rating of medium, as it allows for denial of service through resource consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2118?
To mitigate CVE-2010-2118, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2010-2118?
CVE-2010-2118 affects Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180 and 8.0.7600.16385.
What type of attack does CVE-2010-2118 facilitate?
CVE-2010-2118 facilitates a denial of service attack via JavaScript code that generates infinite loops creating IFRAME elements.
Can CVE-2010-2118 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-2118 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted JavaScript.