Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the PNG image rendering component of Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PNG file.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6.0.2900 |
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014201
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/189754PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13941
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-165A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-02
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014201
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/189754PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13941
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-165A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-02
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1211?
CVE-2005-1211 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in the PNG image rendering component of Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PNG file.
How severe is CVE-2005-1211?
CVE-2005-1211 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-1211?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.