CWE
668
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-1258

First published: Thu Jun 16 2011(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."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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-2011-1258?

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

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

  • 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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