CVE-2015-2447

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 August 14, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
24%
Percentile
97.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty website might just corrupt your clever Internet Explorer! Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 is vulnerable to a sneaky memory corruption issue that could let attackers run arbitrary code. 🔥 Think of your browser as a restaurant kitchen. If a chef receives a recipe that hasn’t been double-checked, they might end up cooking up something completely off-menu — and it could make the whole place go haywire! This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on your machine or trigger a denial of service, leading to crashes and unexpected behavior. Just imagine walking into a restaurant only to find that the kitchen is on fire because of a rogue recipe!

Put simply

Think of your browser as a restaurant kitchen. If a chef receives a recipe that hasn’t been double-checked, they might end up cooking up something completely off-menu — and it could make the whole place go haywire! This memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer 11 allows attackers to exploit certain crafted websites to execute malicious code or disrupt service, impacting the stability of the browser.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on your machine or trigger a denial of service, leading to crashes and unexpected behavior. Just imagine walking into a restaurant only to find that the kitchen is on fire because of a rogue recipe! To protect yourself, consider switching to a different browser for the time being, as this vulnerability remains unpatched. Additionally, keep an eye on updates from Microsoft for future fixes. It's also wise to educate users on the importance of safe browsing habits! You've got this! Keep your browser protected and stay savvy online! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.23860 · 97.8th percentile
Published
2015-08-14T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 AUG 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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