If its an IE problem what does XP have to do with it?
M$.
Good question.
Does XP still receive IE updates however?
I wonder if it’s just static at this point?
HOWEVER:
As far as I know, Microsoft discontinued support of old IE versions that run on XP, and does not back-port newer supported versions to XP. Therefore AFAIK there won't be any patches for the IE flaw, for any version that runs on XP.
If somebody can show that Microsoft will produce a patch for a version of IE that runs supported on XP, let me know please.
IE and the OS are in an incestuous relationship. The fix may require both the be patched.
http://www.ibtimes.com/microsoft-hurries-fix-browser-after-hacker-attacks-no-fix-xp-users-1576931
"...PCs running Windows XP will not receive any updates fixing that bug when they are released..."
Internet Explorer is baked into every version of Windows since 98. It's almost impossible to remove without severely crippling your operating system.
EVEN IF YOU'RE NOT USING INTERNET EXPLORER AS YOUR BROWSER YOU COULD BE AT RISK!
IE is used for web-based function calls regardless of your regular browser. If you use Adobe Flash, Java, or any other product that can interact with the desktop while not having a browser window open, IE can be instantiated.
This means that if you're still using XP, regardless of your active browser, you are no longer going to be protected by a patch. Remember that since IE has hooks in the kernel, ESPECIALLY in XP, they have to path not just the browser but the OS as well. Since XP is no longer receiving patches, you'll be at risk from now on.
Browse with care.