CVE-2015-0046

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published February 11, 2015

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

⚠️ A crafty website could exploit a memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer versions 9 to 11. This could lead to remote code execution—a real security nightmare! 🕷️ Think of it like a suspicious delivery person who sneaks some faulty packages into your home, making it possible for them to access your belongings. Once they're inside, they can create chaos without you even knowing! An attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially gaining full access to your system, or they could cause a denial of service, leading to crashes and downtime. This could expose sensitive data and disrupt your daily tasks, leaving a trail of damage in its wake.

Put simply

Think of it like a suspicious delivery person who sneaks some faulty packages into your home, making it possible for them to access your belongings. Once they're inside, they can create chaos without you even knowing! This vulnerability in Internet Explorer allows attackers to leverage memory corruption, which can be triggered via specially crafted websites, enabling them to run harmful code on the user's machine.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially gaining full access to your system, or they could cause a denial of service, leading to crashes and downtime. This could expose sensitive data and disrupt your daily tasks, leaving a trail of damage in its wake. While there is no immediate patch available, it's essential to limit the use of Internet Explorer for vulnerable versions. Consider migrating to a more secure browser or upgrading your IE to a supported version. Additionally, always exercise caution when browsing unknown websites. You've got this! Stay vigilant, and together we can keep your systems secure. 🛡️

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 9 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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