CVE-2009-0552 is an unspecified memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5.01 SP4, 6 SP1, and 6 on Windows XP and Server 2003. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by enticing a user to a malicious web page that triggers improper object initialization or deletion. With a CVSS score of 9.3 (Critical), this vulnerability presents a high risk due to its network-based attack vector and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion, suggesting it is not a current threat.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
6.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:ie:6.0:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_explorer:5.0.1:sp4:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
6CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_explorer:6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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