CVE-2014-6376

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 December 11, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky web page could lead to chaos! This vulnerability in Internet Explorer 11 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code just by visiting a crafted site. 💻💥 Think of it like a restaurant with a menu that lets you order anything, including the chef's secret recipes. If the staff doesn't check the orders carefully, someone could sneak in a request for something dangerous — like a dish that causes food poisoning! An attacker could exploit this weakness to run any code they choose on the victim's machine, leading to complete control over sensitive information or even crashing the system entirely. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, from data theft to loss of service!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a menu that lets you order anything, including the chef's secret recipes. If the staff doesn't check the orders carefully, someone could sneak in a request for something dangerous — like a dish that causes food poisoning! This vulnerability occurs through memory corruption in Internet Explorer 11, allowing attackers to inject malicious code via specially crafted web pages. This flaw is distinct from others reported in 2014, ensuring it requires specific exploits.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this weakness to run any code they choose on the victim's machine, leading to complete control over sensitive information or even crashing the system entirely. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, from data theft to loss of service! Update to the latest version of Internet Explorer to mitigate this vulnerability. Regularly apply security patches released by Microsoft and consider switching to a more modern browser for enhanced security. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you can protect yourself from potential attacks and bolster your security defenses! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.13118 · 96.3th percentile
Published
2014-12-11T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 DEC 00:00Z
    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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