CVE-2012-1526
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CVE-2012-1526 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing an object that (1) was not initialized or (2) is deleted, aka "Layout Memory Corruption Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 20.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing an object that (1) was not initialized or (2) is deleted, aka "Layout Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 7 |
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-227A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-227A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
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