CVE-2013-5051

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published December 11, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafted website can turn Internet Explorer into a playground for attackers! This memory corruption vulnerability in IE 10 and 11 is no joke! ⚠️ Think of it as a crowded amusement park where someone sneaks in a faulty ride that causes chaos, jeopardizing the safety of everyone enjoying the day. If users hit the wrong 'attraction,' their experience could turn into a wild ride of unwanted surprises! Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on a user's machine or cause a denial of service by crashing the browser. This could lead to data loss, exposure of sensitive information, or even full system compromise, making it a serious concern for anyone still using these versions of IE!

Put simply

Think of it as a crowded amusement park where someone sneaks in a faulty ride that causes chaos, jeopardizing the safety of everyone enjoying the day. If users hit the wrong 'attraction,' their experience could turn into a wild ride of unwanted surprises! This vulnerability arises from memory corruption within Internet Explorer 10 and 11, allowing remote attackers to execute malicious code when a user visits a specially crafted website. Effectively, it opens the door for the attacker to take control of the system.

What to do

Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on a user's machine or cause a denial of service by crashing the browser. This could lead to data loss, exposure of sensitive information, or even full system compromise, making it a serious concern for anyone still using these versions of IE! To protect yourself, it's crucial to upgrade to a more secure browser version or switch to a modern alternative. If you must use IE, ensure you have all the latest security patches and consider using security settings that limit exposure to unknown websites. 🛡️ You've got this! By staying aware and taking these steps, you'll keep your browsing experience safe and sound! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12530 · 96.2th percentile
Published
2013-12-11T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 DEC 00:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…
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