CVE-2013-3209

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 crafted web page is all it takes to unleash chaos! This Internet Explorer vulnerability could let attackers run wild! Think of it like a restaurant that allows patrons to enter and tamper with the kitchen — anyone could sneak in and swap the ingredients without anyone noticing! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, having the potential to wreak havoc on your system. This could lead to a denial of service or even unauthorized control, making your computer act like a puppet on a string — and we don’t want that!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows patrons to enter and tamper with the kitchen — anyone could sneak in and swap the ingredients without anyone noticing! This vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 and 10 stems from memory corruption issues when processing crafted web content. This allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the user's system if they visit an affected website.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, having the potential to wreak havoc on your system. This could lead to a denial of service or even unauthorized control, making your computer act like a puppet on a string — and we don’t want that! To protect yourself, ensure that you are using a more updated and secure browser version. Additionally, consider using a modern web browser that has received continual support and security updates. Regularly check for patches and updates to your operating system as well. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated for a secure browsing experience! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.19189 · 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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