CVE-2017-0222KEV · OVERDUE

Microsoft Internet Explorer Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High · published May 12, 2017

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Confirmed exploited, and the score agrees

CVSS calls it high at 8.8. It is confirmed in active exploitation. It sits in the 98.2th percentile for exploit probability.

1520
days past CISA
deadline
CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
30%
Percentile
98.2
In the wild
Confirmed
What it is

🚨 When Internet Explorer mishandles memory, it opens the door for remote code execution! We're talking about a vulnerability that can give attackers full control if they play their cards right. 🔥 Think of Internet Explorer as a busy restaurant where the chef accidentally serves the same dish twice — it can lead to confusion and disaster! An attacker can exploit this mix-up to take control of the kitchen, altering the menu at will. With this vulnerability, an attacker could run any malicious code on the affected system, potentially stealing sensitive information, installing malware, or completely taking over the machine. This isn't just a bad dinner service; it's an open invitation to chaos!

Put simply

Think of Internet Explorer as a busy restaurant where the chef accidentally serves the same dish twice — it can lead to confusion and disaster! An attacker can exploit this mix-up to take control of the kitchen, altering the menu at will. CVE-2017-0222 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Internet Explorer that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by improperly accessing objects in memory. Exploitation could lead to a complete compromise of the affected system.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could run any malicious code on the affected system, potentially stealing sensitive information, installing malware, or completely taking over the machine. This isn't just a bad dinner service; it's an open invitation to chaos! To protect yourself, immediately apply the latest security updates for Internet Explorer. Additionally, consider switching to a more secure web browser until you're completely patched up. Regularly check for updates to stay ahead of potential threats! You've got this! Implement these fixes and keep your digital fortress strong! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.29645 · 98.2th percentile
Published
2017-05-12T14:00Z
KEV added
2022-02-25 · due 2022-08-25
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 FEB 00:00Z
    Added to CISA KEV — remediate by Aug 25
    kev
  • 12 MAY 14:00Z
    A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly accesses objects in memory, aka "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption…
    cvelistv5