CVE-2014-4127: Critical severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Oct 15, 2014
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 10 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."

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7.0.5730
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10

Event History

Oct 15, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4127?

CVE-2014-4127 is considered to have a critical severity due to potential remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-4127?

To fix CVE-2014-4127, users should upgrade to a supported version of Microsoft Internet Explorer or apply the security patches provided by Microsoft.

3

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2014-4127?

CVE-2014-4127 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2014-4127 enable?

CVE-2014-4127 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.

5

Can CVE-2014-4127 be exploited through a web browser?

Yes, CVE-2014-4127 can be exploited by visiting a crafted website using the affected versions of Internet Explorer.

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