CVE-2014-0274

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 February 12, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
24%
Percentile
97.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty webpage could turn your Internet Explorer into a wild rollercoaster ride of chaos! 🎢 Think of Internet Explorer as a restaurant that lets anyone walk in and change the menu without asking — a single rogue chef can whip up a recipe that ruins the entire dining experience. In this case, a malicious site can exploit memory corruption to serve up some nasty surprises. If an attacker pulls off this exploit, they could take control of your system, executing any arbitrary code they desire! This means they might steal sensitive information, change settings, or create chaos on your device, leading to potentially devastating consequences for users.

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer as a restaurant that lets anyone walk in and change the menu without asking — a single rogue chef can whip up a recipe that ruins the entire dining experience. In this case, a malicious site can exploit memory corruption to serve up some nasty surprises. This vulnerability arises from memory corruption in Internet Explorer versions 9 to 11. If exploited, it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely by visiting a specially crafted website, making users vulnerable to various attacks.

What to do

If an attacker pulls off this exploit, they could take control of your system, executing any arbitrary code they desire! This means they might steal sensitive information, change settings, or create chaos on your device, leading to potentially devastating consequences for users. To protect yourself, it's advised to upgrade to the latest version of Internet Explorer or switch to a more secure browser. Additionally, ensure that all security patches are applied and consider using tools like web filters to block harmful sites. 🛡️ You can tackle this! By updating your browser and staying vigilant, you’ll keep your digital world safe from these tricky threats. You've got this! ✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.23541 · 97.8th percentile
Published
2014-02-12T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 FEB 02:00Z
    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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