CVE-2014-4095

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 September 10, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
16%
Percentile
96.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted website is your potential adversary in this Internet Explorer vulnerability! This sneaky flaw can lead to memory corruption, allowing for arbitrary code execution. 😱 Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant with a hidden back door — if an attacker knows about it, they can slip in undetected and cause all sorts of chaos in the kitchen! 🍽️ If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute malicious code, effectively taking over the system or launching a denial of service by crashing the browser. This could lead to sensitive information being compromised or your entire web experience being disrupted! 🔥

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant with a hidden back door — if an attacker knows about it, they can slip in undetected and cause all sorts of chaos in the kitchen! 🍽️ This vulnerability in Internet Explorer 11 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the browser by triggering memory corruption through a specially crafted website. It's a serious flaw that highlights how important it is to be cautious with the sites we visit!

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute malicious code, effectively taking over the system or launching a denial of service by crashing the browser. This could lead to sensitive information being compromised or your entire web experience being disrupted! 🔥 To protect yourself, ensure you keep Internet Explorer updated with the latest patches. Consider using more secure and modern browsers that are actively maintained and monitored for such vulnerabilities. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to ensure your browsing experience is safe and sound. 🌟

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.15993 · 96.9th percentile
Published
2014-09-10T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 01:00Z
    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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