CVE-2015-1626

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 March 11, 2015

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

⚠️ A crafted web page could be your digital wrecking ball! This Internet Explorer 11 vulnerability can let attackers execute arbitrary code, leading to chaos if you’re unprotected. 🔥 Think of it like a friendly delivery person who accidentally opens a package full of explosives instead of the new coffee machine you ordered. They could cause a huge mess if they don't check what's inside! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause memory corruption, potentially leading to a denial of service or execution of malicious code. This means they could take control of your system, steal data, or crash your browser, leaving you vulnerable and frustrated.

Put simply

Think of it like a friendly delivery person who accidentally opens a package full of explosives instead of the new coffee machine you ordered. They could cause a huge mess if they don't check what's inside! This memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted website, bypassing security checks and manipulating memory allocation.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause memory corruption, potentially leading to a denial of service or execution of malicious code. This means they could take control of your system, steal data, or crash your browser, leaving you vulnerable and frustrated. To protect yourself, ensure you have the latest security updates installed for Internet Explorer 11 and consider switching to a different browser for safer browsing habits. Regularly audit your systems for security patches and enable security features like Enhanced Protected Mode. You can tackle this! Stay updated and browse safely, and you'll be one step closer to security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.15682 · 96.8th percentile
Published
2015-03-11T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 MAR 10:00Z
    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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