Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Microsoft Internet Explorer

CVE-2009-2433

Summary

The vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to exploit a stack-based buffer overflow through the AddFavorite method. By sending a specially crafted long URL as the first argument, an attacker can potentially cause an application crash, leading to a denial of service. This can also result in other unspecified impacts, compromising system integrity and user safety. It's crucial for users of affected versions to apply security updates to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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