CVE-2006-3298
UnknownEPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2006-3298 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Yahoo! Messenger 7.5.0.814 and 7.0.438 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via messages that contain non-ASCII characters, which triggers the crash in jscript.dll.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Yahoo! Messenger 7.5.0.814 and 7.0.438 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via messages that contain non-ASCII characters, which triggers the crash in jscript.dll.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Yahoo | Messenger | 7.0.438 |
| Yahoo | Messenger | 7.5.0.814 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20773Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20773Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-3298?
Yahoo! Messenger 7.5.0.814 and 7.0.438 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via messages that contain non-ASCII characters, which triggers the crash in jscript.dll.
How severe is CVE-2006-3298?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3298 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3298?
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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