CVE-2007-2161
UnknownEPSS 12.28%
Last modified
CVE-2007-2161 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.. EPSS estimates a 12.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 7.0 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/43314Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466017/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466043/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466175/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://osvdb.org/43314Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466017/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466043/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466175/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-2161?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.
How severe is CVE-2007-2161?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-2161 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2161?
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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