CVE-2011-1246
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CVE-2011-1246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 does not properly handle content settings in HTTP responses, which allows remote web servers to obtain sensitive information from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via a crafted response, aka "MIME Sniffing Information Disclosure Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 5.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 does not properly handle content settings in HTTP responses, which allows remote web servers to obtain sensitive information from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via a crafted response, aka "MIME Sniffing Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 8 |
References
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-050Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-050Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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