What is the severity of CVE-2015-1766?

CVE-2015-1766 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1766?

To fix CVE-2015-1766, ensure that you install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1766?

CVE-2015-1766 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11.

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-1766?

CVE-2015-1766 can be exploited through crafted web sites that lead to memory corruption.

Can CVE-2015-1766 cause a denial of service?

Yes, CVE-2015-1766 can cause a denial of service along with the ability to execute arbitrary code.

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CVE-2015-1766

critical

9.3

CWE

399

10/6/2015

12/10/2018

CVE-2015-1766

First published: Wed Jun 10 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-2015-1735, CVE-2015-1740, CVE-2015-1744, and CVE-2015-1745.

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-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1766?
To fix CVE-2015-1766, ensure that you install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 can be exploited through crafted web sites that lead to memory corruption.
Can CVE-2015-1766 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2015-1766 can cause a denial of service along with the ability to execute arbitrary code.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1766?
To fix CVE-2015-1766, ensure that you install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 affects Internet Explorer versions 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-1766?
CVE-2015-1766 can be exploited through crafted web sites that lead to memory corruption.
Can CVE-2015-1766 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2015-1766 can cause a denial of service along with the ability to execute arbitrary code.