CVE-2012-1538: Use After Free

Published Nov 14, 2012
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Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site, aka "CFormElement Use After Free Vulnerability."

Affected Software

19 affected components
All of the following
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Nov 14, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-1538?

CVE-2012-1538 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1538?

To fix CVE-2012-1538, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2012-1538?

CVE-2012-1538 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 running on various versions of Windows, including Windows 7 and Windows Vista.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2012-1538?

CVE-2012-1538 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a user's system by directing them to a specially crafted website.

5

Is CVE-2012-1538 present in later versions of Internet Explorer?

CVE-2012-1538 specifically affects Internet Explorer 9 and may not be present in later versions, as they typically have security improvements and patches.

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