What is the severity of CVE-2013-0020?

CVE-2013-0020 has a critical severity rating since it allows remote code execution through a crafted web page.

How do I fix CVE-2013-0020?

To fix CVE-2013-0020, update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft.

Who is affected by CVE-2013-0020?

Users of Internet Explorer 9 on unsupported versions of Windows like Windows 7 and Windows Vista are primarily affected by CVE-2013-0020.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-0020?

CVE-2013-0020 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

Can CVE-2013-0020 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2013-0020 can be exploited without user interaction as it can be triggered by visiting a malicious website.

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CVE-2013-0020

critical

9.3

CWE

399 416

13/2/2013

6/8/2024

CVE-2013-0020: Use After Free

First published: Wed Feb 13 2013(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 "Internet Explorer CMarkup Use After Free Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
All of
Internet Explorer	=9
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Internet Explorer	=9
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0020?
CVE-2013-0020 has a critical severity rating since it allows remote code execution through a crafted web page.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0020?
To fix CVE-2013-0020, update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-0020?
Users of Internet Explorer 9 on unsupported versions of Windows like Windows 7 and Windows Vista are primarily affected by CVE-2013-0020.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-0020?
CVE-2013-0020 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.
Can CVE-2013-0020 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2013-0020 can be exploited without user interaction as it can be triggered by visiting a malicious website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0020?
CVE-2013-0020 has a critical severity rating since it allows remote code execution through a crafted web page.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0020?
To fix CVE-2013-0020, update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-0020?
Users of Internet Explorer 9 on unsupported versions of Windows like Windows 7 and Windows Vista are primarily affected by CVE-2013-0020.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-0020?
CVE-2013-0020 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.
Can CVE-2013-0020 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2013-0020 can be exploited without user interaction as it can be triggered by visiting a malicious website.