CVE-2019-1081: Microsoft Browser Information Disclosure Vulnerability
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when affected Microsoft browsers improperly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Browser Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
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An information disclosure vulnerability exists when affected Microsoft browsers improperly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could obtain information to further compromise the user’s system. To exploit the vulnerability, in a web-based attack scenario, an attacker could host a website that is used to attempt to exploit the vulnerability. In addition, compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content could contain specially crafted content that could exploit the vulnerability. However, in all cases an attacker would have no way to force a user to view the attacker-controlled content. Instead, an attacker would have to convince a user to take action. For example, an attacker could trick a user into clicking a link that takes the user to the attacker's site. The security update addresses the vulnerability by modifying how Microsoft browsers handle objects in memory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1081?
CVE-2019-1081 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1081?
To fix CVE-2019-1081, ensure that you update your affected Microsoft browsers to the latest version.
Which browsers are affected by CVE-2019-1081?
CVE-2019-1081 affects Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.
What could an attacker do with CVE-2019-1081?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2019-1081 could gain access to sensitive information stored in memory.
Is CVE-2019-1081 a risk for Windows Server?
CVE-2019-1081 is not applicable to Windows Server 2016 and later versions as they are not vulnerable.