CVE-2011-1258: Medium severity internet explorer vulnerability

Published Jun 16, 2011
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly restrict web script, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via vectors involving a drag-and-drop operation, aka "Drag and Drop Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

13 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2

Event History

Jun 16, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:21 PM
Description
Data Sourced
08:55 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-1258?

CVE-2011-1258 has a severity rating of important, indicating a potential for significant impact on information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-1258?

To fix CVE-2011-1258, it is essential to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Internet Explorer.

3

Which versions of Internet Explorer are impacted by CVE-2011-1258?

CVE-2011-1258 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, and 8.

4

Can CVE-2011-1258 allow remote attackers to gather sensitive information?

Yes, CVE-2011-1258 allows user-assisted remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from different domains or zones.

5

Is CVE-2011-1258 present in newer versions of Windows or Internet Explorer?

No, CVE-2011-1258 does not affect newer versions of Windows or Internet Explorer beyond version 8.

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