CVE-2014-2826

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 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
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EPSS
17%
Percentile
97.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Internet Explorer is playing with fire! This memory corruption vulnerability could let remote attackers execute arbitrary code just by visiting a crafted website—yikes! Think of it like an unchecked restaurant menu that allows diners to order anything—imagine someone sneaking in an extremely spicy dish that makes you sick! With this vulnerability, bad actors can whip up malicious code from a seemingly innocent webpage. If exploited, an attacker could take control of affected systems, leading to anything from data theft to complete system compromise. It's not just a headache; it could lead to total chaos on your machine!

Put simply

Think of it like an unchecked restaurant menu that allows diners to order anything—imagine someone sneaking in an extremely spicy dish that makes you sick! With this vulnerability, bad actors can whip up malicious code from a seemingly innocent webpage. This vulnerability exists because Internet Explorer fails to properly manage memory, making it susceptible to remote code execution or denial of service. By enticing users to a malicious webpage, attackers can manipulate the way memory is handled, potentially executing arbitrary code.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could take control of affected systems, leading to anything from data theft to complete system compromise. It's not just a headache; it could lead to total chaos on your machine! Although this vulnerability isn't currently known to be exploited, it’s wise to update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or consider switching to a more secure browser. Regularly reviewing and patching your software is key to staying ahead of threats! You've got this! Keep your software up to date, and you'll be a security hero in no time! 🦸

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 6 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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