CVE-2013-0091: Use After Free
First published: Wed Mar 13 2013(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site that triggers access to a deleted object, aka "Internet Explorer CElement Use After Free Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0091?
CVE-2013-0091 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0091?
To fix CVE-2013-0091, users should update Internet Explorer to the latest version or apply the appropriate security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-0091?
CVE-2013-0091 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.
Can I still use Internet Explorer 8 safely with CVE-2013-0091?
Using Internet Explorer 8 is not safe if CVE-2013-0091 is unpatched, as it exposes users to remote code execution risks.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2013-0091?
Temporary workarounds for CVE-2013-0091 may include using alternative web browsers or disabling scripts, but these do not resolve the underlying vulnerability.
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