What is the severity of CVE-2012-0170?

CVE-2012-0170 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0170?

To fix CVE-2012-0170, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is no longer affected.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-0170?

CVE-2012-0170 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 and 7.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0170 classified as?

CVE-2012-0170 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

What could happen if CVE-2012-0170 is exploited?

If CVE-2012-0170 is exploited, attackers can execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.

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CVE-2012-0170

critical

9.3

CWE

10/4/2012

6/8/2024

CVE-2012-0170: Code Injection

First published: Tue Apr 10 2012(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "OnReadyStateChange Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=6
Internet Explorer	=7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0170?
CVE-2012-0170 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0170?
To fix CVE-2012-0170, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is no longer affected.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-0170?
CVE-2012-0170 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 and 7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0170 classified as?
CVE-2012-0170 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
What could happen if CVE-2012-0170 is exploited?
If CVE-2012-0170 is exploited, attackers can execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0170?
CVE-2012-0170 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0170?
To fix CVE-2012-0170, users should upgrade to a newer version of Internet Explorer that is no longer affected.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-0170?
CVE-2012-0170 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 and 7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0170 classified as?
CVE-2012-0170 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
What could happen if CVE-2012-0170 is exploited?
If CVE-2012-0170 is exploited, attackers can execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.