What is the severity of CVE-2015-1666?

CVE-2015-1666 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1666?

To fix CVE-2015-1666, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version available.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1666?

CVE-2015-1666 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1666?

CVE-2015-1666 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

Can CVE-2015-1666 cause a denial of service?

Yes, CVE-2015-1666 can potentially cause a denial of service through memory corruption.

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CVE-2015-1666

critical

9.3

CWE

399

14/4/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-1666

First published: Tue Apr 14 2015(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-2015-1652.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How 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-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1666?
To fix CVE-2015-1666, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version available.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.
Can CVE-2015-1666 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2015-1666 can potentially cause a denial of service through memory corruption.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1666?
To fix CVE-2015-1666, users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version available.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1666?
CVE-2015-1666 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.
Can CVE-2015-1666 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2015-1666 can potentially cause a denial of service through memory corruption.