CWE
668
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-1960

First published: Wed Aug 10 2011(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly implement JavaScript event handlers, which allows remote attackers to access content from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via unspecified script code, aka "Event Handlers 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
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-1960?

    CVE-2011-1960 is classified as an important vulnerability due to the potential for information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-1960?

    To fix CVE-2011-1960, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

  • What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2011-1960?

    CVE-2011-1960 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, and 9.

  • What impact does CVE-2011-1960 have on users?

    CVE-2011-1960 can allow remote attackers to access content from different domains, leading to information disclosure.

  • Is CVE-2011-1960 still a concern for modern browsers?

    CVE-2011-1960 specifically targets outdated versions of Internet Explorer, so it is not a concern for users of current browsers.

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