CVE-2014-4050

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

⚠️ A crafty crafted site can trigger memory corruption in Internet Explorer versions 10 and 11, turning your browsing experience into a rollercoaster of chaos! 🚀 Think of it like a restaurant where a diner slips a secret ingredient into the chef's pot without anyone noticing. The meal could end up tasting great—or utterly disastrous! If an attacker pulls this off, they could run arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access and data breaches, or even crashing your browser entirely. It's like giving a stranger the keys to your house while you’re out for dinner—what could possibly go wrong?

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a diner slips a secret ingredient into the chef's pot without anyone noticing. The meal could end up tasting great—or utterly disastrous! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to cause memory corruption in Internet Explorer through maliciously crafted websites, enabling them to execute arbitrary code.

What to do

If an attacker pulls this off, they could run arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access and data breaches, or even crashing your browser entirely. It's like giving a stranger the keys to your house while you’re out for dinner—what could possibly go wrong? To stay safe, consider switching to a different browser until you can update to the latest version of Internet Explorer. Disabling ActiveX controls and enhancing security settings may also help mitigate risks. You've got this! With a little vigilance, you can keep your browsing safe and sound. 🛡️

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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