Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the AddFavorite method in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly have unspecified other impact via a long URL in the first argument.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Ie | 8.0b |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9100
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35620
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9100
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35620
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2433?
CVE-2009-2433 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Stack-based buffer overflow in the AddFavorite method in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly have unspecified other impact...
How severe is CVE-2009-2433?
CVE-2009-2433 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-2009-2433?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Ie, Microsoft Internet Explorer.