CVE-2014-2822

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

published August 12, 2014

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

🚨 A crafty web page could turn your Internet Explorer 11 into a hacker's playground! Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where the chef is too trusting — they whip up any dish without checking the recipe, leading to a potential food fight in the kitchen! 🍽️ If exploited, attackers could execute arbitrary code or even trigger a denial of service, causing your browser to crash or behave unpredictably. This could lead to unauthorized access, data leaks, or a total system meltdown!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where the chef is too trusting — they whip up any dish without checking the recipe, leading to a potential food fight in the kitchen! 🍽️ This vulnerability in Internet Explorer 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting memory corruption, which can cause the browser to mismanage memory and allow malicious actions.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could execute arbitrary code or even trigger a denial of service, causing your browser to crash or behave unpredictably. This could lead to unauthorized access, data leaks, or a total system meltdown! To protect yourself, consider switching to a different browser if possible, and make sure your Internet Explorer is fully updated with the latest security patches. Regularly check for browser updates and review your security settings. You can tackle this! Stay vigilant and follow these steps to keep your browsing experience safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.16463 · 97.0th percentile
Published
2014-08-12T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 AUG 21:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 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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