CVE-2012-4781: Code Injection

Published Dec 12, 2012
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Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site that triggers access to a deleted object, aka "InjectHTMLStream Use After Free Vulnerability."

Affected Software

5 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10

Event History

Dec 12, 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-2012-4781?

CVE-2012-4781 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-4781?

To fix CVE-2012-4781, you should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2012-4781?

CVE-2012-4781 affects users of Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.

4

What types of attacks can leverage CVE-2012-4781?

Attackers can leverage CVE-2012-4781 through crafted web pages that exploit the use-after-free vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

5

Is Internet Explorer still supported for CVE-2012-4781?

Microsoft has ended support for Internet Explorer versions that are affected by CVE-2012-4781, increasing the risk for users who continue to use these versions.

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