Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 through 8.0 beta2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via an onload=screen[""] attribute value in a BODY element.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6 |
References
- http://skypher.com/index.php/2009/01/07/msie-screen-null-ptr-dos-details/URL Repurposed
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33149Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47788
- http://skypher.com/index.php/2009/01/07/msie-screen-null-ptr-dos-details/URL Repurposed
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33149Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47788
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0072?
CVE-2009-0072 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 through 8.0 beta2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via an onload=screen[""] attribute value in a BODY element.
How severe is CVE-2009-0072?
CVE-2009-0072 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0072?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.