CVE-2015-1657

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 April 14, 2015

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

⚠️ Users of Internet Explorer, beware! A crafty crafted website can exploit a memory corruption flaw, leading to chaos on your device! 🔥 Think of Internet Explorer like a bustling cafe where a mischievous patron can swap out a menu item with something uncontrollable. Instead of ordering a safe dish, the unsuspecting diner gets a surprise that could ruin their experience! With this vulnerability, attackers could execute arbitrary code on the affected system or cause a denial of service. This means they could take over your system, steal data, or simply make it crash — absolutely debilitating for anyone relying on their device!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer like a bustling cafe where a mischievous patron can swap out a menu item with something uncontrollable. Instead of ordering a safe dish, the unsuspecting diner gets a surprise that could ruin their experience! This memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer versions 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to manipulate the memory of the browser, executing any code they choose. By leading a user to a specially crafted website, an attacker could cause unexpected behavior.

What to do

With this vulnerability, attackers could execute arbitrary code on the affected system or cause a denial of service. This means they could take over your system, steal data, or simply make it crash — absolutely debilitating for anyone relying on their device! To protect yourself, consider using an updated browser that no longer supports this vulnerability. Ensure that your Internet Explorer is patched to the latest version or consider disabling it altogether in favor of more secure options. Always be cautious when browsing unknown websites! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be surfing the web safely in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12932 · 96.3th percentile
Published
2015-04-14T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 APR 20:00Z
    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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