CVE-2014-0279: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 12, 2014
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-0277 and CVE-2014-0278.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8

Event History

Feb 12, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:50 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which systems are exposed to this issue?

Systems running Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 are affected. The vulnerability can be triggered remotely through a crafted website.

2

What level of access does an attacker need?

The published vector indicates network-based exploitation with no authentication required. An attacker can use a crafted website to target a user browsing with Internet Explorer 8.

3

What impact can successful exploitation have?

Successful exploitation may allow arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service through memory corruption. The listed impact includes compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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