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CVE-2006-5579

UnknownEPSS 30.87%

Last modified

CVE-2006-5579 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by using JavaScript to cause certain errors simultaneously, which results in the access of previously freed memory, aka "Script Error Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 30.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by using JavaScript to cause certain errors simultaneously, which results in the access of previously freed memory, aka "Script Error Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
30.87%

98.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-5579?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by using JavaScript to cause certain errors simultaneously, which results in the access of previously freed memory, aka "Script Error Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2006-5579?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-5579 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 30.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5579?
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