CVE-2010-0249: Microsoft Internet Explorer Use-After-Free Vulnerability

#microsoft #internetexplorer #cybersecurity #vulnerability

CVE ID

CVE-2010-0249

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Internet Explorer Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Project: Microsoft
Product: Internet Explorer

Date

Date Added: 2026-05-20
Due Date: 2026-06-03

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer contains an use-after-free vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing a pointer associated with a deleted object. The impacted product could be end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue product utilization.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.