CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-0055

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 does not properly validate buffers when handling certain DHTML methods including the createControlRange Javascript function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the 'DHTML Method Heap Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.

Risk Assessment

An attacker can remotely execute malicious code on the victim's computer, potentially leading to system compromise, data theft, or installation of malware.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update Internet Explorer to the latest available version or apply the appropriate security patch from the vendor.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 does not properly validate buffers when handling certain DHTML methods including the createControlRange Javascript function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the "DHTML Method Heap Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS