CVE-2013-3915

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 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 crafted website could lead to a wild ride! This Internet Explorer memory corruption vulnerability lets attackers execute arbitrary code — think of it like inviting a mischievous guest who throws a party without your permission! 🎉 Picture your friendly neighborhood bakery, where someone sneaks in a recipe that causes all the cakes to explode. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to access your system and put it in disarray, much like that rogue recipe causing chaos in the kitchen! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially leading to full control over your computer or a denial of service, which means your browsing experience could grind to a halt. It's like having your bakery shut down when the cakes go up in flames!

Put simply

Picture your friendly neighborhood bakery, where someone sneaks in a recipe that causes all the cakes to explode. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to access your system and put it in disarray, much like that rogue recipe causing chaos in the kitchen! This memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11 enables attackers to manipulate memory, executing their own code by tricking users into visiting crafted websites.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially leading to full control over your computer or a denial of service, which means your browsing experience could grind to a halt. It's like having your bakery shut down when the cakes go up in flames! To protect your system, consider upgrading to a later version of Internet Explorer or switching to more secure browsers. Keep your operating system and software up to date to minimize risks. 🔒 You've got this! With these steps, you can keep your system safe and secure. 🛡️

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 6 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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