Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:IE:6.0-FOR-LOOP-DOS |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Internet Explorer Malformed JavaScript for Loop Denial of Service |
Release Date |
2013/04/05 |
Update Number |
2252 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft Internet Explorer Malformed JavaScript for Loop Denial of Service
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Microsoft Internet Explorer. A successful attack can result in a denial-of-service condition.
Extended Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer is prone to a denial-of-service vulnerability because the application fails to handle exceptional conditions. This issue is triggered when an attacker entices a victim user to visit a malicious website. Remote attackers may exploit this issue to crash Internet Explorer, effectively denying service to legitimate users. This issue affects Internet Explorer version 6; other versions may also be vulnerable.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1
References
- BugTraq: 22408
- CVE: CVE-2007-0811