CVE-2011-1996

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a…

published October 12, 2011

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.1th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
59%
Percentile
99.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky gap in Internet Explorer could let attackers execute code through deleted objects! Yikes! 🚨 Think of this like a restaurant that keeps serving dishes that should have been tossed out. If someone gets their hands on those forgotten meals, they might end up with an unwanted surprise on their plate! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on a user's machine, leading to data theft or complete control over the system. While it hasn’t been commonly exploited, the potential for trouble is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant that keeps serving dishes that should have been tossed out. If someone gets their hands on those forgotten meals, they might end up with an unwanted surprise on their plate! The Option Element Remote Code Execution Vulnerability arises from Internet Explorer 6 through 8 mishandling memory objects, allowing attackers to interact with deleted objects, which can lead to executing malicious code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on a user's machine, leading to data theft or complete control over the system. While it hasn’t been commonly exploited, the potential for trouble is absolutely devastating! Update your Internet Explorer version to a more secure and supported version if possible. If you must use these older versions, consider workstation restrictions and monitoring for suspicious activity. Security best practices recommend switching to a modern browser. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems patched! 💪😊

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.58847 · 99.1th percentile
Published
2011-10-12T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 OCT 01:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a…
    cvelistv5