CVE-2013-3161: Code Injection
Published Jul 10, 2013
·Updated
Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 and 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-3143.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Event History
Jul 10, 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-2013-3161?
CVE-2013-3161 has a critical severity rating of 9.3.
2
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-3161?
CVE-2013-3161 can lead to remote code execution or denial of service due to memory corruption.
3
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-3161?
CVE-2013-3161 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 9 and 10.
4
How do I fix CVE-2013-3161?
To remediate CVE-2013-3161, install the latest security updates from Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
5
Can CVE-2013-3161 lead to data compromise?
Yes, CVE-2013-3161 can result in confidential data exposure due to code execution vulnerabilities.