This is the result of Microsoft losing a patent case, and having to change the way IE handles embedded objects.
Now, if that isn’t the most ridiculous thing. What, Microsoft can’t come off some of that huge stash of cash to pay for the rights for this thing? Typical Microsoft crap in my opinion.
Here’s a write-up on what’s up, and a way around it.
http://blog.deconcept.com/2006/04/11/today-is-activex-black-tuesday/