CVE-2013-3914

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published November 13, 2013

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

⚠️ A crafty crafted website could lead to memory corruption in Internet Explorer 9 through 11! That's right, a little mischief online can have some seriously devastating effects. 😱 Think of it as a restaurant that serves foods prepared in a dangerously contaminated kitchen. One unsuspecting diner (the browser) could end up with a disastrous meal (memory corruption). An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or even cause a denial of service, which means your browsing experience could turn into a chaotic mess. Imagine your whole system crashing just because you visited the wrong site!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant that serves foods prepared in a dangerously contaminated kitchen. One unsuspecting diner (the browser) could end up with a disastrous meal (memory corruption). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by exploiting memory corruption in Internet Explorer, particularly through manipulated web pages.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or even cause a denial of service, which means your browsing experience could turn into a chaotic mess. Imagine your whole system crashing just because you visited the wrong site! While there's no immediate patch available, it's best to switch to a more secure browser and ensure that you're regularly updating your system. Staying vigilant about the sites you visit can also keep you safe from potential exploits. You've got this! Stay proactive, and you'll keep your system protected from lurking hazards. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.19246 · 97.3th percentile
Published
2013-11-13T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 NOV 00:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…
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