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CVE-2005-0110

2.6 · LOW

Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 allows remote attackers to bypass the file download warning dialog and possibly trick an unknowledgeable user into executing arbitrary code via a web page with…

Published Jan 14, 2005microsoftEPSS 6.83%

Overview

CVE-2005-0110 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft ie. It was published on January 14, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 allows remote attackers to bypass the file download warning dialog and possibly trick an unknowledgeable user into executing arbitrary code via a web page with a body element containing an onclick tag, as demonstrated using the createElement function.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update ie to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0110?

CVE-2005-0110 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft ie. It was published on January 14, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2005-0110?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2005-0110?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update ie to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2005-0110?

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