CVE-2009-1917: Critical severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 SP1; Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2; and Internet Explorer 7 and 8 for Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2 do not properly handle attempts to access deleted objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML document that triggers memory corruption, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1917?
CVE-2009-1917 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1917?
To mitigate CVE-2009-1917, apply the Microsoft security patches released for Internet Explorer 6, 7, and 8.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2009-1917?
CVE-2009-1917 affects Internet Explorer 6, 7, and 8 running on various Windows operating systems.
Can CVE-2009-1917 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1917 can be exploited remotely if a user views a specially crafted webpage.
What types of attacks can CVE-2009-1917 enable?
CVE-2009-1917 can enable attacks that allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.