CVE-2012-1877: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-1877: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote att...

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a deleted object, aka "Title Element Change Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 19:08 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-1877 is a remote code execution flaw in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9. A malicious web page could trigger unsafe memory handling and run attacker-controlled code. Business risk is highest where legacy IE remains usable on workstations or servers that can browse untrusted sites. Exposure is likely limited to systems where Internet Explorer 6, 7, 8, or 9 remains installed and available for web browsing or embedded browsing workflows. Modern environments without these legacy IE versions should have little direct exposure. Treat this as a legacy-browser risk requiring cleanup, not as a confirmed active emergency from the provided evidence. Prioritize any remaining IE 6 through 9 assets because successful exploitation could allow code execution in the user's security context. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS12-037 guidance for the applicable security update path.; Retire or disable Internet Explorer 6 through 9 where still present.; Block legacy IE from accessing untrusted web content if immediate retirement is impossible..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 12, 2012, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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MS12-037CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:15472CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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