CVE-2013-1338: Use After Free

Published May 2, 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-2013-1303 and CVE-2013-1304.

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 2, 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-2013-1338?

CVE-2013-1338 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1338?

To mitigate CVE-2013-1338, users are advised to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Internet Explorer versions.

3

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-1338?

CVE-2013-1338 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-1338?

CVE-2013-1338 can be exploited through crafted web pages designed to trigger access to deleted objects.

5

What are the symptoms of an exploit related to CVE-2013-1338?

Exploits of CVE-2013-1338 may lead to unexpected application behavior, including crashes or the execution of arbitrary code.

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