CWE
200
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-6340: Infoleak

First published: Tue Nov 11 2014(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 through 11 allows remote attackers to read content from a different (1) domain or (2) zone via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Cross-domain Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Internet Explorer=6
Internet Explorer=7
Internet Explorer=8
Internet Explorer=9
Internet Explorer=10
Internet Explorer=11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-6340?

    CVE-2014-6340 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential to allow unauthorized information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-6340?

    To fix CVE-2014-6340, users should ensure they have applied the latest security updates from Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

  • What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2014-6340?

    CVE-2014-6340 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-6340?

    CVE-2014-6340 is classified as a cross-domain information disclosure vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2014-6340 be exploited by a remote attacker?

    Yes, CVE-2014-6340 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted websites to access unintended information.

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