CVE-2014-0299: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 12, 2014
·Updated
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 11 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-2014-0305 and CVE-2014-0311.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11
Event History
Mar 12, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0299?
CVE-2014-0299 is rated as critical due to the possibility of remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-0299?
To fix CVE-2014-0299, users should apply the security update provided by Microsoft.
3
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2014-0299?
CVE-2014-0299 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
4
What types of attacks can CVE-2014-0299 facilitate?
CVE-2014-0299 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
5
Is CVE-2014-0299 different from other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2014-0299 is distinct from CVE-2014-0305 and CVE-2014-0311.