CVE-2015-1738: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 14, 2015
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Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 and 9 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-2015-2388.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9

Event History

Jul 14, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1738?

CVE-2015-1738 has a severity rating of important, as it allows remote code execution or a denial of service due to memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1738?

To fix CVE-2015-1738, users should install the recommended security updates provided by Microsoft.

3

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1738?

CVE-2015-1738 affects Internet Explorer versions 8 and 9.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-1738?

CVE-2015-1738 can be exploited through malicious web pages that cause memory corruption, leading to remote code execution.

5

Is CVE-2015-1738 related to other vulnerabilities?

CVE-2015-1738 is a separate vulnerability from CVE-2015-2388, although both relate to Internet Explorer memory corruption.

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