CVE-2015-2482: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 14 2015(Updated: )
The Microsoft (1) VBScript 5.7 and 5.8 and (2) JScript 5.7 and 5.8 engines, as used in Internet Explorer 8 through 11 and other products, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted replace operation with a JavaScript regular expression, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft JScript | =5.6 | |
| Microsoft JScript | =5.7 | |
| Microsoft JScript | =5.8 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.6 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.7 | |
| Microsoft VBScript | =5.8 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 | |
| Internet Explorer | =9 | |
| Internet Explorer | =10 | |
| Internet Explorer | =11 |
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Reference Links
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Oct/54
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033800
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-515
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-106
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-108
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40798/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2482?
CVE-2015-2482 is considered important due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2482?
To fix CVE-2015-2482, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for JScript and VBScript.
What versions are affected by CVE-2015-2482?
CVE-2015-2482 affects Microsoft JScript versions 5.6, 5.7, 5.8 and Microsoft VBScript versions 5.6, 5.7, 5.8.
Can CVE-2015-2482 be exploited via a web browser?
Yes, CVE-2015-2482 can be exploited through Internet Explorer versions 8 to 11 and other Microsoft products using the vulnerable scripting engines.
What types of attacks can result from CVE-2015-2482?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption exploiting CVE-2015-2482.
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