CVE-2015-2451

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 August 14, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
18%
Percentile
97.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted website could lead to arbitrary code execution in Internet Explorer versions 9 through 11. It's like giving a stranger the keys to your house because they promised to water the plants! 🌐 Think of your web browser as a hotel lobby. If you allow anyone to access the guest rooms without proper checks, they could wreak havoc. Here, a sneaky crafted website could let attackers roam freely through your digital space, executing whatever they please. An attacker could take control of your system, potentially leading to data leaks, unwanted software installations, or even crashing your browser entirely! This vulnerability could disrupt your online experience and leave your sensitive information vulnerable.

Put simply

Think of your web browser as a hotel lobby. If you allow anyone to access the guest rooms without proper checks, they could wreak havoc. Here, a sneaky crafted website could let attackers roam freely through your digital space, executing whatever they please. This vulnerability arises from memory corruption issues in Internet Explorer, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code by tricking users into visiting maliciously crafted web pages. It's a fundamental flaw that exposes user systems to significant risk.

What to do

An attacker could take control of your system, potentially leading to data leaks, unwanted software installations, or even crashing your browser entirely! This vulnerability could disrupt your online experience and leave your sensitive information vulnerable. To mitigate this issue, ensure you upgrade to a more secure browser or switch to a different version of Internet Explorer that has patched this vulnerability. Additionally, it's wise to avoid using outdated browsers for sensitive activities. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.18071 · 97.2th percentile
Published
2015-08-14T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 AUG 10:00Z
    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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