What is the severity of CVE-2015-2404?

CVE-2015-2404 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2404?

To fix CVE-2015-2404, update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided in the security updates.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-2404?

CVE-2015-2404 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.

Is CVE-2015-2404 exploitable through a web page?

Yes, CVE-2015-2404 can be exploited through a specially crafted web page.

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CVE-2015-2404

critical

9.3

CWE

119

14/7/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-2404: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jul 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-2015-2385, CVE-2015-2390, CVE-2015-2397, CVE-2015-2406, and CVE-2015-2422.

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-2015-2404?
CVE-2015-2404 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2404?
To fix CVE-2015-2404, update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided in the security updates.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-2404?
CVE-2015-2404 affects Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-2404 enable?
CVE-2015-2404 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
Is CVE-2015-2404 exploitable through a web page?
Yes, CVE-2015-2404 can be exploited through a specially crafted web page.

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