CVE-2015-6078

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and Microsoft Edge allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption)…

published November 11, 2015

CVSS
—
EPSS
17%
Percentile
97.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty crafted website can exploit a memory corruption vulnerability in IE and Edge! Think of this like a restaurant that serves food with hidden allergens — you may look fine on the outside, but one wrong dish can cause chaos in your system without warning! An attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code on your device, leading to a complete takeover or a frustrating crash. Imagine your computer throwing a tantrum, refusing to cooperate right when you need it most!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant that serves food with hidden allergens — you may look fine on the outside, but one wrong dish can cause chaos in your system without warning! This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit memory corruption in Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and Microsoft Edge by sending specially crafted web pages, causing unpredictable behavior.

What to do

An attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code on your device, leading to a complete takeover or a frustrating crash. Imagine your computer throwing a tantrum, refusing to cooperate right when you need it most! To safeguard yourself, it's crucial to update to the latest version of your browser. Consider switching to more recent browser options, as IE and Edge versions that harbor this flaw should be avoided until patched. Stay updated on security advisories! You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your software updated, and you'll keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.16505 · 97.0th percentile
Published
2015-11-11T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 11:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and Microsoft Edge allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption)…
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