CVE-2005-2829

CVE-2005-2829 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Ie with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 19% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Multiple design errors in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code by (1) overlaying a malicious new window above a file download box, then (2) using a keyboard shortcut and delaying the display of the file download box until the user hits a shortcut that activates the "Run" button, aka "File Download Dialog Box Manipulation Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2829?
Multiple design errors in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, and 6 allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code by (1) overlaying a malicious new window above a file download box, then (2) using a keyboard shortcut and delaying the display of the file download box until the user hits a shortcut that activates the "Run" button, aka "File Download Dialog Box Manipulation Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2005-2829?
CVE-2005-2829 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-2829 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 19% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2829?
CVE-2005-2829 primarily affects Microsoft Ie. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2829?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2829 published?
CVE-2005-2829 was published on 2005-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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