CVE-2014-0271: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Feb 12 2014(Updated: )
The VBScript engine in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 11, and VBScript 5.6 through 5.8, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "VBScript Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Internet Explorer | =9 | |
| Internet Explorer | =10 | |
| Internet Explorer | =11 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.6 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.7 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/103166
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56796
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56814
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65395
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029741
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-010
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-011
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90757
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0271?
CVE-2014-0271 has been rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0271?
To fix CVE-2014-0271, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Internet Explorer and VBScript.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2014-0271?
CVE-2014-0271 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
Is VBScript version 5.6 impacted by CVE-2014-0271?
Yes, VBScript versions 5.6, 5.7, and 5.8 are all impacted by CVE-2014-0271.
What type of attack is possible due to CVE-2014-0271?
CVE-2014-0271 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
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