CVE-2014-4065: Buffer Overflow
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-2014-2799, CVE-2014-4059, CVE-2014-4079, CVE-2014-4081, CVE-2014-4083, CVE-2014-4085, CVE-2014-4088, CVE-2014-4090, CVE-2014-4094, CVE-2014-4097, CVE-2014-4100, CVE-2014-4103, CVE-2014-4104, CVE-2014-4105, CVE-2014-4106, CVE-2014-4107, CVE-2014-4108, CVE-2014-4109, CVE-2014-4110, and CVE-2014-4111.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which systems are exposed?
Systems running Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11 are affected. The flaw can be exploited remotely through a crafted website.
What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
An attacker does not need authentication. Exploitation requires persuading or causing a target to access a crafted website; the stated attack complexity is medium.
What is the potential impact of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation can result in arbitrary code execution or a denial of service caused by memory corruption. The listed impact includes compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.