CVE-2011-0038: Critical severity internet explorer vulnerability
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 might allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse IEShims.dll in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a Desktop directory that contains an HTML file, aka "Internet Explorer Insecure Library Loading Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0038?
CVE-2011-0038 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0038?
To fix CVE-2011-0038, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer 8.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-0038?
The impact of CVE-2011-0038 is that it could allow an attacker to execute malicious code with elevated privileges on the system.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0038?
CVE-2011-0038 affects local users of Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 who can place a malicious IEShims.dll file in the current working directory.
What software is vulnerable to CVE-2011-0038?
CVE-2011-0038 specifically affects Internet Explorer version 8 running on various Windows platforms.