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CVE-2012-2521

UnknownEPSS 20.87%

Last modified

CVE-2012-2521 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "Asynchronous NULL Object Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 20.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "Asynchronous NULL Object Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
20.87%

97.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6
MicrosoftInternet Explorer7
MicrosoftInternet Explorer8
MicrosoftInternet Explorer9

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2521?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "Asynchronous NULL Object Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2012-2521?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2521 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 20.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2521?
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-2012-2521?

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Source: NVD / NIST