CVE-2015-6049

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 October 14, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
14%
Percentile
96.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty website could lead to complete chaos in your browser! Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 7 to 11 have a memory corruption vulnerability that allows attackers to run arbitrary code. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant with a sneaky waiter who serves you a dish that looks fine but is actually filled with spoiled ingredients. You take a bite, and suddenly, your stomach is in turmoil, just like your system would be if it runs that malicious code. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they want on your system, potentially resulting in a total takeover or causing your browser to crash – imagine losing all your tabs mid-browsing! While no known exploits have been reported yet, the risk is still significant. ⚠️

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a sneaky waiter who serves you a dish that looks fine but is actually filled with spoiled ingredients. You take a bite, and suddenly, your stomach is in turmoil, just like your system would be if it runs that malicious code. This vulnerability stems from memory corruption in Internet Explorer, allowing malicious content on a crafted webpage to manipulate memory allocations and execute arbitrary instructions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute any code they want on your system, potentially resulting in a total takeover or causing your browser to crash – imagine losing all your tabs mid-browsing! While no known exploits have been reported yet, the risk is still significant. ⚠️ To mitigate this risk, consider upgrading to a more secure web browser or switch to a version of Internet Explorer that has received patches. Regularly check for any updates from Microsoft and stay vigilant while browsing. 🛡️ You've got this! By staying informed and taking action, you can keep your browsing experience safe and sound! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.14156 · 96.6th percentile
Published
2015-10-14T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 OCT 01:00Z
    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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