Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:IE:8-OBJ-MC |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
Yes |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Object Memory Corruption |
Release Date |
2013/05/14 |
Update Number |
2262 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Object Memory Corruption
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the Microsoft Internet Explorer 8. A successful attack could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system. Failed exploit attempts could result in a denial of service condition.
Extended Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site that triggers access to a deleted object, aka "Internet Explorer Use After Free Vulnerability."
Affected Products
- microsoft internet_explorer 8
References
- CVE: CVE-2013-1311