CVE-2014-1792

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka…

published June 11, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A cleverly crafted website could turn your Internet Explorer 8 into a playground for attackers! This memory corruption vulnerability is like a hidden trapdoor in a house that leads straight to the basement. 🏚️ Think of Internet Explorer 8 like an old, rickety rollercoaster. When the tracks are not checked for safety, a sudden jolt could send passengers flying off into chaos — that’s what this vulnerability can do to your browsing experience! 🎢 If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute arbitrary code or crash your browser entirely, leading to data breaches or a totally derailed online session. Imagine having your entire internet world come crashing down just because you stumbled onto a dangerous website!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer 8 like an old, rickety rollercoaster. When the tracks are not checked for safety, a sudden jolt could send passengers flying off into chaos — that’s what this vulnerability can do to your browsing experience! 🎢 This vulnerability allows remote attackers to corrupt memory in Internet Explorer 8, executing malicious code without user intervention. This is particularly concerning since older browsers are often more vulnerable to malicious sites.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute arbitrary code or crash your browser entirely, leading to data breaches or a totally derailed online session. Imagine having your entire internet world come crashing down just because you stumbled onto a dangerous website! To protect yourself, consider migrating away from Internet Explorer 8 to a modern web browser with improved security features. Additionally, ensure your operating system is updated and regularly run security scans to catch any potential threats. You can tackle this vulnerability by upgrading your browser today! Security hero status: activated! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.20687 · 97.5th percentile
Published
2014-06-11T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 JUN 01:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 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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