Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and memory leak) via a web page with a large number of images.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Ie | 6 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/245152
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3684Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7709
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/245152
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3684Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7709
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1489?
CVE-2001-1489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and memory leak) via a web page with a large number of images.
How severe is CVE-2001-1489?
CVE-2001-1489 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1489?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Ie.