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CVE-2011-1996

HighPublished

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: Oct 12, 2011
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: microsoft
Evidence observed: Jan 10, 2013

Primary CVSS

9.3/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

58.8%

High · next 30 days

Percentile: 99.1%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "Option Element Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Sources

Microsoft Internet Explorer - Option Element Use-After-Free (MS11-081) (Metasploit)Exploit
Metasploit · windows · Jan 10, 2013

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