CVE-2015-1743: Medium severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability
Published Jun 10, 2015
·Updated
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-1748.
Affected Software
5 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11
Remediation
Event History
Jun 10, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1743?
CVE-2015-1743 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-1743?
To fix CVE-2015-1743, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
3
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1743?
CVE-2015-1743 affects Internet Explorer versions 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2015-1743 allow?
CVE-2015-1743 allows remote attackers to execute commands with elevated privileges through a crafted website.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-1743?
The primary mitigation for CVE-2015-1743 is to upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of Internet Explorer.