CVE-2009-3943

Name: CVE-2009-3943
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-11-16T19:30:01.093+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 13.00%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-3943 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 6.0.2900.2180 and 7 through 7.0.6000.16711 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a JavaScript loop that configures the home page by using the setHomePage method and a DHTML behavior property.. EPSS estimates a 13.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 6.0.2900.2180 and 7 through 7.0.6000.16711 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a JavaScript loop that configures the home page by using the setHomePage method and a DHTML behavior property.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

13.00%

95.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	>= 6, <= 6.0.2900.2180
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	>= 7.0, <= 7.0.6000.16711

References

http://websecurity.com.ua/3658/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507731/100/0/threadedBroken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507760/100/0/threadedBroken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://websecurity.com.ua/3658/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507731/100/0/threadedBroken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507760/100/0/threadedBroken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Nov 16, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3943?

How severe is CVE-2009-3943?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-3943 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3943?

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