CVE-2013-3206

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 and 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site…

published September 11, 2013

CVSS
—
EPSS
19%
Percentile
97.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty website could trigger this vulnerability, letting attackers execute any code they desire! Think of it like a restaurant that allows any customer to reorder meals without verifying what they actually paid for — chaos could ensue! 🥴 An attacker could exploit this memory corruption flaw to take control of your system or create a denial of service, effectively shutting down your browser. Imagine inadvertently inviting a malicious chef right into your kitchen, causing a disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows any customer to reorder meals without verifying what they actually paid for — chaos could ensue! 🥴 This vulnerability in Internet Explorer 9 and 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by tricking the browser into handling crafted web content incorrectly, leading to memory corruption.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this memory corruption flaw to take control of your system or create a denial of service, effectively shutting down your browser. Imagine inadvertently inviting a malicious chef right into your kitchen, causing a disaster! To protect yourself, consider upgrading to a more secure browser and implementing software that can block potentially harmful sites. Always ensure your system is updated with the latest security patches. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your browsing safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.19345 · 97.3th percentile
Published
2013-09-11T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 SEP 10:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 and 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site…
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