CVE-2011-1256
First published: Thu Jun 16 2011(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing an object that (1) was not properly initialized or (2) is deleted, aka "DOM Modification Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1256?
CVE-2011-1256 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1256?
To fix CVE-2011-1256, install the security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2011-1256?
CVE-2011-1256 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, and 8.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2011-1256?
CVE-2011-1256 can be exploited by remote attackers through malicious web pages that lead to memory corruption.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2011-1256?
While the best action is to apply the security updates, users can also consider disabling Active Scripting as a temporary workaround.
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