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CVE-2011-1246

UnknownEPSS 5.55%

Last modified

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

EPSS Probability
5.55%

91.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1246?
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."
How severe is CVE-2011-1246?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1246?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2011-1246?

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Source: NVD / NIST