CVE-2004-1922

UnknownEPSS 6.79%

Last modified

CVE-2004-1922 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allocates memory based on the memory size written in the BMP file instead of the actual BMP file size, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a small BMP file with has a large memory size.. EPSS estimates a 6.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allocates memory based on the memory size written in the BMP file instead of the actual BMP file size, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a small BMP file with has a large memory size.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
6.79%

93.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.5
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1922?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and 6.0 allocates memory based on the memory size written in the BMP file instead of the actual BMP file size, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a small BMP file with has a large memory size.
How severe is CVE-2004-1922?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1922 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1922?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST