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In an effort to keep CISA.gov current, the archive contains outdated information that may not reflect current policy or programs.Microsoft Releases Update for Internet Explorer Vulnerability CVE-2012-4792
Systems Affected
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 7
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 8
Overview
Microsoft has released Security Bulletin MS13-008 to address the CButton use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2012-4792).
Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, and 8 are susceptible to a use-after-free vulnerability. This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild. Microsoft has released Security Bulletin MS13-008 to address this vulnerability.
Additional information is available in Vulnerability Note VU#154201.
Impact
A remote, unauthenticated attacker could execute arbitrary code, cause a denial of service, or gain unauthorized access to your files or system.
Solution
US-CERT recommends that Internet Explorer users run Windows Update as soon as possible to apply the MS13-008 update.
Revisions
January 15, 2013: Initial release
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