CVE-2011-1262
First published: Thu Jun 16 2011(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 9 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 "HTTP Redirect Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =9 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1262?
CVE-2011-1262 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1262?
To mitigate CVE-2011-1262, users should update to the latest version of Microsoft Internet Explorer, which includes patches for this vulnerability.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2011-1262?
CVE-2011-1262 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 7, 8, and 9.
Can this vulnerability affect Windows users?
Yes, CVE-2011-1262 can affect users of Windows operating systems if they are running vulnerable versions of Internet Explorer.
What is the cause of CVE-2011-1262?
CVE-2011-1262 is caused by improper handling of objects in memory, which can lead to memory corruption.
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