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CVE-2005-2308

HighPublished

The JPEG decoder in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption or crash) and possibly execute...

Published: Jul 19, 2005
Updated: Sep 17, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jul 15, 2005

Primary CVSS

7.5/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

17.4%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 97.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The JPEG decoder in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption or crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via certain crafted JPEG images, as demonstrated using (1) mov_fencepost.jpg, (2) cmp_fencepost.jpg, (3) oom_dos.jpg, or (4) random.jpg.

Sources

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0.1 - '.JPEG' Image Rendering CMP Fencepost Denial of ServiceExploit
Michal Zalewski · windows · Jul 15, 2005

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