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CVE-2013-5051: Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial o...

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

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Plain-English summary

This is an old Internet Explorer vulnerability where a malicious website could corrupt browser memory and potentially run code or crash the browser. Business risk is mainly in legacy environments where IE 10 or 11 can still be used to browse untrusted content. The provided sources do not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat as high priority for legacy-risk reduction, not as a confirmed active incident from the provided evidence. The main business concern is whether outdated browser dependencies still create an avoidable path to code execution.

Technical view

CVE-2013-5051 is a memory corruption issue in Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11. The CVE description says remote attackers could achieve arbitrary code execution or denial of service through a crafted website. Microsoft tracks it as the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability in MS13-097. CVSS, CWE, and exact platform scope are not included in the bundle.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely where Internet Explorer 10 or 11 remains available on legacy endpoints, kiosk systems, or compatibility workflows, especially if users can reach untrusted websites. Environments that have removed or blocked IE usage are less likely to be exposed.

Exploitation context

The described attack vector is user-facing web browsing to a crafted site. The bundle does not include exploit telemetry, public exploit confirmation, or KEV listing, so active exploitation should not be assumed from these sources.

Researcher notes

The source bundle identifies IE 10 and 11 and the crafted-website memory corruption impact, but lacks CVSS, CWE, detailed affected platform data, and remediation specifics beyond MS13-097. Avoid expanding scope beyond Microsoft’s advisory without additional vendor data.

Mitigation direction

  • Review Microsoft MS13-097 guidance for the official security update or replacement instructions.
  • Remove, disable, or restrict Internet Explorer 10 and 11 where business processes permit.
  • Limit legacy browser access to trusted internal sites only.
  • Use endpoint controls to prevent legacy browser launch from email, chat, or documents.
  • Confirm unsupported systems are isolated or retired under a formal exception process.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory endpoints for Internet Explorer 10 or 11 availability and actual use.
  • Check patch records against Microsoft MS13-097 guidance.
  • Review web proxy or EDR telemetry for legacy IE browsing activity.
  • Confirm controls block legacy browser access to untrusted internet sites.
  • Document any remaining IE dependency with owner, scope, and retirement plan.
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Confidence
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