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CVE-2010-3327

4.3 · MEDIUM

The implementation of HTML content creation in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not remove the Anchor element during pasting and editing, which might allow remote attackers to obtain se…

Published Oct 13, 2010microsoftCWE-200EPSS 14.39%

Overview

CVE-2010-3327 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft internet_explorer. It was published on October 13, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The implementation of HTML content creation in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 8 does not remove the Anchor element during pasting and editing, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive deleted information by visiting a web page, aka "Anchor Element Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update internet_explorer to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-3327?

CVE-2010-3327 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft internet_explorer. It was published on October 13, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2010-3327?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-3327?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update internet_explorer to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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