CVE-2014-2808

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published August 12, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
17%
Percentile
97.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Watch out! A crafty web page could trigger memory corruption in Internet Explorer 10 and 11, allowing attackers to run arbitrary code! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a rogue chef mixes up the ingredients, causing chaos in the kitchen and potentially poisoning a few unsuspecting diners. This is what can happen with this memory corruption vulnerability! If exploited, an attacker could crash the browser or, worse, execute malicious code on your system. This could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or complete system compromise!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a rogue chef mixes up the ingredients, causing chaos in the kitchen and potentially poisoning a few unsuspecting diners. This is what can happen with this memory corruption vulnerability! This vulnerability hinges on memory corruption within Internet Explorer 10 and 11, allowing attackers to manipulate memory allocation and execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted web page.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could crash the browser or, worse, execute malicious code on your system. This could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or complete system compromise! While no exploit is currently known, it's still wise to stay vigilant. Consider using a different browser, keep your software updated, and regularly check for security patches from Microsoft. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay informed and secure your browsing experience! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.16528 · 97.0th percentile
Published
2014-08-12T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 AUG 21:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…
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