CVE-2015-0021

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published February 11, 2015

CVSS
—
EPSS
16%
Percentile
96.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Internet Explorer versions 6 through 10 have a memory corruption vulnerability that could let attackers run wild with arbitrary code! 💻 Think of it like a restaurant whose kitchen accepts orders without double-checking ingredients — one sneaky substitution could lead to a dish that’s dangerous to consume! 🍽️ An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they want, potentially leading to a complete system takeover. If they’re feeling particularly mischievous, they might even cause a denial of service, leaving your system slow or entirely unresponsive!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant whose kitchen accepts orders without double-checking ingredients — one sneaky substitution could lead to a dish that’s dangerous to consume! 🍽️ This vulnerability in Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to leverage crafted websites to trigger memory corruption, enabling them to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they want, potentially leading to a complete system takeover. If they’re feeling particularly mischievous, they might even cause a denial of service, leaving your system slow or entirely unresponsive! To protect yourself, upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer or switch to a more secure browser. Additionally, consider implementing stricter input validation and user education regarding safe browsing habits. You’ve got this! With these steps, you’ll be one step closer to securing your system! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.15525 · 96.8th percentile
Published
2015-02-11T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 FEB 02:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 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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