CVE-2005-2304

Name: CVE-2005-2304
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-19T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 9.14%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2304 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft MSN Messenger 9.0 and Internet Explorer 6.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an image with an ICC Profile with a large Tag Count.. EPSS estimates a 9.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft MSN Messenger 9.0 and Internet Explorer 6.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an image with an ICC Profile with a large Tag Count.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

9.14%

94.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	6.0
Microsoft	Live Messenger	9.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jul 19, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2304?

Microsoft MSN Messenger 9.0 and Internet Explorer 6.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an image with an ICC Profile with a large Tag Count.

How severe is CVE-2005-2304?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2304 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2304?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-2304?

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Source: NVD / NIST