CVE-2015-2411

Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 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

⚠️ A crafted website could turn your browser into a playground for attackers! Internet Explorer 10 and 11 might just be the weak link in your security chain. 🔥 Think of Internet Explorer like a restaurant that allows customers to place special orders without checking the ingredients. If a manipulative patron submits a dangerous request, the kitchen might cook up something hazardous without any scrutiny. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized actions on your system or crashing the browser entirely. Imagine someone being able to change your order at a restaurant to something inedible – the consequences could be messy!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer like a restaurant that allows customers to place special orders without checking the ingredients. If a manipulative patron submits a dangerous request, the kitchen might cook up something hazardous without any scrutiny. This vulnerability arises from memory corruption, allowing attackers to craft malicious web pages that, when visited, can lead to code execution or a denial of service on affected browsers. Essentially, it’s a loophole that lets bad actors jump right into your system's operations.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized actions on your system or crashing the browser entirely. Imagine someone being able to change your order at a restaurant to something inedible – the consequences could be messy! To defend against this vulnerability, ensure that you’re using a more secure browser or version of Internet Explorer that has been patched. Regularly update your software and consider employing a robust web filter to block potentially harmful sites. 🛡️ You’ve got this! Stay vigilant and keep your browser updated, and you’ll be well on your way to ensuring your security remains strong. 💪✨

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 10 and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web…
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