CVE-2012-1539: Use After Free
Published Nov 14, 2012
·Updated
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site, aka "CTreePos 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-2012-1539?
CVE-2012-1539 has a critical severity level as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-1539?
To fix CVE-2012-1539, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
3
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-1539?
CVE-2012-1539 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.
4
Can CVE-2012-1539 affect my operating system?
CVE-2012-1539 can affect Windows environments where Internet Explorer 9 is installed, including certain versions of Windows 7 and Vista.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1539?
CVE-2012-1539 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption.