CVE-2013-1309: Use After Free

Published May 15, 2013
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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 "Internet Explorer Use After Free Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1308 and CVE-2013-2551.

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

May 15, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1309?

The severity of CVE-2013-1309 is rated as critical with a CVSS score of 9.3.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1309?

To fix CVE-2013-1309, you should upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft Internet Explorer or apply the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-1309?

CVE-2013-1309 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1309?

CVE-2013-1309 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2013-1309?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2013-1309 to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system by tricking them into visiting a specially crafted web page.

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