CVE-2014-1796

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 8 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted…

published June 11, 2014

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

🌐 An innocuous visit to the wrong website could let an attacker execute any code they want! That's the sneaky power of this Internet Explorer memory corruption vulnerability! ⚠️ Think of it like a hotel with a security flaw — a guest (the attacker) could wander into any room (execute any code) just by slipping through a poorly checked door (the vulnerable webpage). If exploited, an attacker could potentially take over the entire system, leading to unauthorized access or even total chaos with a denial of service! Imagine someone crashing your favorite concert with a rogue signal – they could ruin the whole show!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a security flaw — a guest (the attacker) could wander into any room (execute any code) just by slipping through a poorly checked door (the vulnerable webpage). This vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption via specially crafted web content, taking advantage of how the browser handles certain data.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially take over the entire system, leading to unauthorized access or even total chaos with a denial of service! Imagine someone crashing your favorite concert with a rogue signal – they could ruin the whole show! To safeguard against this, update to a newer version of Internet Explorer or switch to a more secure browser altogether. Additionally, consider enabling enhanced security features and always be cautious of the sites you visit. You've got this! By taking these simple steps, you can keep your browsing experience safe and sound. 🛡️

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 6 and 8 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted…
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