CVE-2015-2401

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 July 14, 2015

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

⚠️ An unsuspecting visit to a crafted website could lead to remote code execution! This Internet Explorer vulnerability is like a seemingly harmless invitation that turns out to be a ticket to chaos! 😱 Think of it as an overly friendly stranger getting your attention at a café, dropping a hidden note that instructs your laptop to spill its secrets. You never know what they might slip into your drink! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system or even crash the browser, causing a denial of service. This means they could potentially access sensitive data or disrupt your online activities in a seriously inconvenient way!

Put simply

Think of it as an overly friendly stranger getting your attention at a café, dropping a hidden note that instructs your laptop to spill its secrets. You never know what they might slip into your drink! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit memory corruption in Internet Explorer versions 9 through 11 by using a specially crafted website. When visited, the site can lead to unexpected behaviors, including running malicious code.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system or even crash the browser, causing a denial of service. This means they could potentially access sensitive data or disrupt your online activities in a seriously inconvenient way! Though this vulnerability is not currently known to be exploited, it's wise to update to the latest version of Internet Explorer or consider switching to a more secure browser. Regularly check for and install security updates from Microsoft to keep your system safe! You've got this! Stay vigilant, and you'll be the hero protecting your digital kingdom! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.13021 · 96.3th percentile
Published
2015-07-14T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JUL 21:00Z
    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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