CVE-2015-1709

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…

published May 13, 2015

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

⚠️ A crafted web page can turn your Internet Explorer into an unwitting accomplice, executing arbitrary code and causing chaos! 🔥 Think of this like an unsuspecting hotel guest who unknowingly lets a stranger into their room just because they look friendly — that invite opens the door to all sorts of trouble! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run malicious code on your machine, potentially accessing sensitive data or causing a denial of service, leaving you locked out of your own system. It's a digital home invasion that can lead to a lot of unwanted mess!

Put simply

Think of this like an unsuspecting hotel guest who unknowingly lets a stranger into their room just because they look friendly — that invite opens the door to all sorts of trouble! This vulnerability in Internet Explorer allows for memory corruption, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted websites, bypassing normal security checks.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run malicious code on your machine, potentially accessing sensitive data or causing a denial of service, leaving you locked out of your own system. It's a digital home invasion that can lead to a lot of unwanted mess! To safeguard your system, consider updating Internet Explorer to the latest version or switching to a more secure browser for daily use. Regularly check for updates and patches to ensure your defenses are up to date. This is fixable! Stay vigilant with your browsing habits, and you’ll keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.15525 · 96.8th percentile
Published
2015-05-13T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 10:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 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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