CVE-2014-6351

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 November 11, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
22%
Percentile
97.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single crafted website could send Internet Explorer spiraling out of control! This memory corruption vulnerability affects versions 8 through 11, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code! 🔥 Think of Internet Explorer as a busy restaurant kitchen. If a sneaky delivery person hands over a faulty package without inspection, it could lead to a culinary disaster — just like how a crafted website can cause chaos in your browser! If exploited, an attacker could run any code they wish on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or a complete system crash. It’s like the chef suddenly deciding to change the recipe mid-cooking, resulting in a ruined meal and possibly even a fire!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer as a busy restaurant kitchen. If a sneaky delivery person hands over a faulty package without inspection, it could lead to a culinary disaster — just like how a crafted website can cause chaos in your browser! This vulnerability allows remote code execution or denial of service due to memory corruption in Internet Explorer versions 8 through 11. The flaw arises from how the browser processes crafted web content, leading to instability.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run any code they wish on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or a complete system crash. It’s like the chef suddenly deciding to change the recipe mid-cooking, resulting in a ruined meal and possibly even a fire! While this vulnerability is not currently known to be exploited, it’s wise to stop using these outdated versions of Internet Explorer. Consider migrating to a more secure browser and keep your systems updated to avoid similar issues in the future. You've got this! Stay proactive, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.22485 · 97.7th percentile
Published
2014-11-11T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 22:00Z
    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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