CVE-2014-1755

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

published April 8, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
20%
Percentile
97.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty crafted website could lead to memory corruption in Internet Explorer 9! Think of it like a chef adding a surprise ingredient to your meal without you knowing. 😱 It's like ordering a delicious dish and finding out the chef slipped in a mystery ingredient that makes it unsafe to eat. In this case, the malicious website serves up unexpected code that can wreak havoc on your system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising your system or causing a denial of service. Imagine losing access to your data or having your computer act in ways you never intended – not a fun dinner party!

Put simply

It's like ordering a delicious dish and finding out the chef slipped in a mystery ingredient that makes it unsafe to eat. In this case, the malicious website serves up unexpected code that can wreak havoc on your system. This vulnerability in Internet Explorer 9 involves memory corruption that allows remote attackers to execute code via specially crafted websites, leading to unauthorized actions on the affected system.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising your system or causing a denial of service. Imagine losing access to your data or having your computer act in ways you never intended – not a fun dinner party! While specific exploits haven’t been reported, it’s best to upgrade your browser if you’re still using IE9. Additionally, consider implementing strict web filtering to reduce the risk of encountering harmful sites. Regularly audit your browser settings for security! You’ve got this! Keep your systems updated and stay safe online. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.20344 · 97.5th percentile
Published
2014-04-08T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 APR 21:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka…
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