CVE-2006-3897
UnknownEPSS 26.63%
Last modified
CVE-2006-3897 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack overflow in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by creating an NMSA.ASFSourceMediaDescription.1 ActiveX object with a long dispValue property.. EPSS estimates a 26.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack overflow in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by creating an NMSA.ASFSourceMediaDescription.1 ActiveX object with a long dispValue property.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.osvdb.org/27232Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19114Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2953Not Applicable
- http://www.osvdb.org/27232Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19114Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2953Not Applicable
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-3897?
Stack overflow in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by creating an NMSA.ASFSourceMediaDescription.1 ActiveX object with a long dispValue property.
How severe is CVE-2006-3897?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3897 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 26.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3897?
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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