What is the severity of CVE-2012-2548?

CVE-2012-2548 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2548?

To fix CVE-2012-2548, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

What kind of attack exploits CVE-2012-2548?

CVE-2012-2548 can be exploited through specially crafted web pages that trigger a use-after-free condition.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-2548?

CVE-2012-2548 affects Internet Explorer 9, including its beta1 and rc1 versions.

How does CVE-2012-2548 impact internet security?

CVE-2012-2548 poses a significant risk as it can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

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CVE-2012-2548

critical

9.3

CWE

399 416

21/9/2012

6/8/2024

CVE-2012-2548: Use After Free

First published: Fri Sep 21 2012(Updated: )

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

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=9
Internet Explorer	=9-beta1
Internet Explorer	=9-rc1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2548?
To fix CVE-2012-2548, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What kind of attack exploits CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 can be exploited through specially crafted web pages that trigger a use-after-free condition.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 affects Internet Explorer 9, including its beta1 and rc1 versions.
How does CVE-2012-2548 impact internet security?
CVE-2012-2548 poses a significant risk as it can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2548?
To fix CVE-2012-2548, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What kind of attack exploits CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 can be exploited through specially crafted web pages that trigger a use-after-free condition.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2012-2548?
CVE-2012-2548 affects Internet Explorer 9, including its beta1 and rc1 versions.
How does CVE-2012-2548 impact internet security?
CVE-2012-2548 poses a significant risk as it can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.