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AU-2008.0023 -- AusCERT Update - [Win] - A serious vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Internet Explorer

Date: 11 December 2008
References: AL-2008.0126  

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AusCERT Update AU-2008.0023 - [Win]
A serious vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Internet Explorer
12 December 2008
   
        AusCERT Update Summary
        ----------------------

Product:              Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2
                      Microsoft Internet Explorer 7
                      Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Service Pack 1
                      Microsoft Internet Explorer 6
                      Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 Service Pack 4
Operating System:     Windows
Impact:               Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
Access:               Remote/Unauthenticated
CVE Names:            CVE-2008-4844

Ref:                  AL-2008.0126


Please note that Microsoft has updated the Security Advisory relating to the
Internet Explorer exploit to include versions of Internet Explorer other than 7,
as well as to include further workarounds.

AusCERT has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this document is accurate.  However, the decision to use the information
described is the responsibility of each user or organisation. The decision to
follow or act on information or advice contained in this security bulletin is
the responsibility of each user or organisation, and should be considered in
accordance with your organisation\'s site policies and procedures. AusCERT
takes no responsibility for consequences which may arise from following or
acting on information or advice contained in this security bulletin.

If you believe that your computer system has been compromised or attacked in 
any way, we encourage you to let us know by completing the secure National IT 
Incident Reporting Form at:

        http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=3192

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