CVE-2011-1960

CVE-2011-1960 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-668.

Key facts

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly implement JavaScript event handlers, which allows remote attackers to access content from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via unspecified script code, aka "Event Handlers Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-1960?
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 9 does not properly implement JavaScript event handlers, which allows remote attackers to access content from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via unspecified script code, aka "Event Handlers Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-1960?
CVE-2011-1960 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2011-1960 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-1960?
CVE-2011-1960 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1960?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2011-1960 published?
CVE-2011-1960 was published on 2011-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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