CVE-2012-1880

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a…

published June 12, 2012

CVSS
—
EPSS
24%
Percentile
97.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

📉 A surprisingly sneaky flaw in Microsoft Internet Explorer could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code just by accessing a deleted object! ⚠️ Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter keeps bringing back dishes that were already sent to the kitchen — if they’re not careful, what they serve could be something no one wanted, or worse, something spoiled! If exploited, an attacker could gain control of the affected system, running malicious code at will. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total system compromise — yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter keeps bringing back dishes that were already sent to the kitchen — if they’re not careful, what they serve could be something no one wanted, or worse, something spoiled! This vulnerability arises because Internet Explorer fails to properly manage memory, allowing attackers to manipulate the 'insertRow' object, leading to remote code execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain control of the affected system, running malicious code at will. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total system compromise — yikes! Although no patch is available, consider upgrading to a newer, supported version of Internet Explorer or switching to a different browser. Additionally, avoid accessing untrusted sites and keep your system updated to mitigate potential risks. You've got this! Stay vigilant and proactive, and you’ll keep your browsing safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.24052 · 97.8th percentile
Published
2012-06-12T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 JUN 22:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a…
    cvelistv5