CVE-2014-4056

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 10 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

⚠️ A crafty website can slip past your defenses! This Internet Explorer memory corruption vulnerability lets attackers orchestrate their own code execution with a little help from an unsuspecting user. 🔥 Think of it like a dinner reservation that accidentally leads you to a dangerous alley instead of a cozy restaurant — one wrong click, and you're dining with trouble! An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system, which could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or even a denial of service. Just like stepping into that alley can leave you in a jam, this vulnerability can put your entire device at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a dinner reservation that accidentally leads you to a dangerous alley instead of a cozy restaurant — one wrong click, and you're dining with trouble! The Internet Explorer memory corruption vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by tricking users into visiting a maliciously crafted website, leading to potential memory corruption.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system, which could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or even a denial of service. Just like stepping into that alley can leave you in a jam, this vulnerability can put your entire device at risk! While this vulnerability isn't widely exploited at the moment, it's crucial to keep your Internet Explorer updated. Consider transitioning to a more secure browser, and if you must use IE, ensure you're running the latest version to minimize risk. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant, update your software, and you'll keep those attackers at bay! 💪😊

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 7 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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