CVE-2014-4098

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published September 10, 2014

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

⚠️ An unsuspecting click on a malicious webpage could trigger this memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer! 🔥 Think of Internet Explorer like a restaurant kitchen where a chef unknowingly receives spoiled ingredients. One bad batch can lead to a disastrous meal, just like how a malicious site can corrupt your browser's memory and cause chaos! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access to your system. This could result in data theft, system crashes, or even complete control over your device!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer like a restaurant kitchen where a chef unknowingly receives spoiled ingredients. One bad batch can lead to a disastrous meal, just like how a malicious site can corrupt your browser's memory and cause chaos! This memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 8 through 11 allows attackers to craft a malicious website that, when visited, can corrupt the browser's memory and execute arbitrary code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access to your system. This could result in data theft, system crashes, or even complete control over your device! To safeguard against this vulnerability, ensure you upgrade Internet Explorer to the latest version or switch to a more secure browser. Regularly reviewing your browsing habits and avoiding suspicious websites can also add an extra layer of protection. You can tackle this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems 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
0.15993 · 96.9th percentile
Published
2014-09-10T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 01:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 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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