What is the severity of CVE-2013-1303?

CVE-2013-1303 has a critical severity rating allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

How do I fix CVE-2013-1303?

To fix CVE-2013-1303, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided by Microsoft.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-1303?

CVE-2013-1303 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1303?

CVE-2013-1303 is a use-after-free vulnerability that allows exploitation through malicious websites.

Can CVE-2013-1303 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2013-1303 can be exploited simply by visiting a specially crafted webpage, requiring no additional user interaction.

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CVE-2013-1303

critical

9.3

CWE

399 416

9/4/2013

12/10/2018

CVE-2013-1303: Use After Free

First published: Tue Apr 09 2013(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 "Internet Explorer Use After Free Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1304 and CVE-2013-1338.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=6
Internet Explorer	=7
Internet Explorer	=8
Internet Explorer	=9
Internet Explorer	=10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 has a critical severity rating allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1303?
To fix CVE-2013-1303, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 is a use-after-free vulnerability that allows exploitation through malicious websites.
Can CVE-2013-1303 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2013-1303 can be exploited simply by visiting a specially crafted webpage, requiring no additional user interaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 has a critical severity rating allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1303?
To fix CVE-2013-1303, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1303?
CVE-2013-1303 is a use-after-free vulnerability that allows exploitation through malicious websites.
Can CVE-2013-1303 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2013-1303 can be exploited simply by visiting a specially crafted webpage, requiring no additional user interaction.