CVE-2014-2792

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 July 8, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
16%
Percentile
97.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unexpected trip hazard in your browsing path! This vulnerability in Internet Explorer allows attackers to exploit memory corruption with just a crafted website. ⚠️ Think of this as a hidden pothole in the road; if you hit it while driving (or browsing), it could cause your vehicle (or system) to crash unexpectedly, leading to potential chaos! An attacker could use this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service, which means they could take control of your system or simply crash it, leaving you stranded and vulnerable. The consequences could be particularly unsettling if sensitive information is at stake.

Put simply

Think of this as a hidden pothole in the road; if you hit it while driving (or browsing), it could cause your vehicle (or system) to crash unexpectedly, leading to potential chaos! The Internet Explorer memory corruption vulnerability occurs when the browser fails to properly handle objects in memory, allowing attackers to manipulate memory allocation and execute malicious code.

What to do

An attacker could use this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service, which means they could take control of your system or simply crash it, leaving you stranded and vulnerable. The consequences could be particularly unsettling if sensitive information is at stake. While there’s no known exploit yet, you should consider updating to a secure browser or implementing security measures such as site filtering. Keeping your software updated is crucial to minimize risks associated with these types of vulnerabilities. You've got this! Stay vigilant, and you'll keep your browsing safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.16393 · 97.0th percentile
Published
2014-07-08T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 JUL 22:00Z
    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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