CVE-2014-2803

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 through 10 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

⚠️ A sneaky crafted website could be your worst enemy in Internet Explorer! This vulnerability lets attackers execute arbitrary code with a simple click. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant with an open kitchen where a mischievous chef could spice up your dish with anything they want—without you knowing! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute harmful code or cause a denial of service, leading to potential data breaches or system crashes. This means they could take control of your machine or make it unusable, which is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with an open kitchen where a mischievous chef could spice up your dish with anything they want—without you knowing! This memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer 8 to 10 allows attackers to exploit the browser's handling of objects, enabling remote code execution. A crafted website can trigger this flaw, allowing malicious activities without user consent.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute harmful code or cause a denial of service, leading to potential data breaches or system crashes. This means they could take control of your machine or make it unusable, which is absolutely devastating! To safeguard your system, consider upgrading from Internet Explorer 8-10 to a newer version or, even better, switch to a more secure browser. Regularly apply security updates and educate users about the risks of clicking on untrusted links. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

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 8 through 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…
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