Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 6.0.2900.2180 and 7 through 7.0.6000.16711 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a JavaScript loop that configures the home page by using the setHomePage method and a DHTML behavior property.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | >= 6, <= 6.0.2900.2180 |
References
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3658/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507731/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507760/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3658/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507731/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507760/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3943?
CVE-2009-3943 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 6.0.2900.2180 and 7 through 7.0.6000.16711 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a JavaScript loop that configures the home ...
How severe is CVE-2009-3943?
CVE-2009-3943 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-2009-3943?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.