CVE-2015-6141

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka…

published December 9, 2015

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

🚨 A single crafted website could send Internet Explorer 9 into a tailspin! This memory corruption vulnerability lets attackers execute arbitrary code, potentially wreaking havoc on your system. 🔥 Think of your computer as a bustling café, and each webpage is a customer. If one tricky customer (the crafted website) throws a fit and starts causing chaos, it could disrupt service for everyone — your system could crash or, even worse, let that customer take control! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious code or crash your browser entirely, leaving your system vulnerable to further attacks. It’s like handing over the keys to your café to a chaotic customer who could serve anything!

Put simply

Think of your computer as a bustling café, and each webpage is a customer. If one tricky customer (the crafted website) throws a fit and starts causing chaos, it could disrupt service for everyone — your system could crash or, even worse, let that customer take control! This vulnerability arises from memory corruption issues in Internet Explorer 9, allowing remote attackers to run arbitrary code via specially crafted web content, causing potential system instability and unauthorized access.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious code or crash your browser entirely, leaving your system vulnerable to further attacks. It’s like handing over the keys to your café to a chaotic customer who could serve anything! While there isn't an immediate patch since this vulnerability is older, it's wise to steer clear of using Internet Explorer 9 altogether and switch to a more secure browser. Also, ensure your system is up-to-date with the latest security patches for any software you use. You've got this! By taking proactive steps, you can maintain a secure environment. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.18420 · 97.2th percentile
Published
2015-12-09T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 DEC 11:00Z
    Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 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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