CVE-2009-0075
First published: Tue Feb 10 2009(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 does not properly handle errors during attempted access to deleted objects, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML document, related to CFunctionPointer and the appending of document objects, aka "Uninitialized Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33627
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-041A.html
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-09-011/
- http://osvdb.org/51839
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0389
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8082
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8080
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8079
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8077
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6000
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-002
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0075?
CVE-2009-0075 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0075?
To fix CVE-2009-0075, ensure that all security patches and updates for Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 are applied.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2009-0075?
CVE-2009-0075 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, while earlier versions such as Windows XP and Vista may not be vulnerable.
Can CVE-2009-0075 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2009-0075 can be exploited remotely through crafted HTML documents, meaning user interaction is not required for exploitation.
Is there a workaround available for CVE-2009-0075?
Disabling JavaScript or using an alternative browser can serve as a temporary workaround for mitigating CVE-2009-0075.
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