CVE-2011-1254
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CVE-2011-1254 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing an object that (1) was not properly initialized or (2) is deleted, aka "Drag and Drop Memory Corruption Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 17.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing an object that (1) was not properly initialized or (2) is deleted, aka "Drag and Drop Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 7 |
| 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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