Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180, 7, and 8.0.7600.16385 executes a mail application in situations where an IFRAME element has a mailto: URL in its SRC attribute, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (excessive application launches) via an HTML document with many IFRAME elements.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Ie | 8.0.7600.16385 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6.0.2900.2180 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://websecurity.com.ua/4206/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/511327/100/0/threaded
- http://websecurity.com.ua/4206/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/511327/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1991?
CVE-2010-1991 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180, 7, and 8.0.7600.16385 executes a mail application in situations where an IFRAME element has a mailto: URL in its SRC attribute, which allows remote attackers...
How severe is CVE-2010-1991?
CVE-2010-1991 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-2010-1991?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Ie, Microsoft Internet Explorer.