CVE-2006-3943: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-3943: Stack-based buffer overflow in NDFXArtEffects in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 allows rem...

Stack-based buffer overflow in NDFXArtEffects in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via long (1) RGBExtraColor, (2) RGBForeColor, and (3) RGBBackColor properties.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 18:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a remotely triggerable crash in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2. A malicious web page using overly long NDFXArtEffects color properties could crash the browser. The sources describe denial of service, not data theft or system takeover. Exposure is likely limited to legacy environments still running Internet Explorer 6 on Windows XP SP2 and allowing users or embedded systems to render untrusted web content. Low for modern environments; higher for organizations with operational dependence on XP-era browser stacks. Treat remaining exposure as a legacy-risk cleanup item, not an emergency unless such systems browse untrusted content. Mitigation focus: Inventory any Windows XP SP2 and Internet Explorer 6 systems.; Retire or upgrade unsupported legacy browsers and operating systems.; Restrict legacy systems from browsing untrusted websites..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 11:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 31, 2006, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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ie-rgb-properties-dos(28046)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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