What is the severity of CVE-2013-3917?

CVE-2013-3917 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2013-3917?

To fix CVE-2013-3917, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-3917?

CVE-2013-3917 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2013-3917?

CVE-2013-3917 can be exploited via remote attacks through crafted websites leading to arbitrary code execution.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3917?

The most effective workaround for CVE-2013-3917 is to disable or limit the use of Internet Explorer until the vulnerability is patched.

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CVE-2013-3917

critical

9.3

CWE

119

13/11/2013

6/8/2024

CVE-2013-3917: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Nov 13 2013(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 11 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-2013-3915.

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
Internet Explorer	=11

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3917?
To fix CVE-2013-3917, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 can be exploited via remote attacks through crafted websites leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3917?
The most effective workaround for CVE-2013-3917 is to disable or limit the use of Internet Explorer until the vulnerability is patched.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3917?
To fix CVE-2013-3917, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2013-3917?
CVE-2013-3917 can be exploited via remote attacks through crafted websites leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3917?
The most effective workaround for CVE-2013-3917 is to disable or limit the use of Internet Explorer until the vulnerability is patched.