CVE-2015-2487: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 9, 2015

Updated

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-2486, CVE-2015-2490, CVE-2015-2492, CVE-2015-2494, CVE-2015-2498, and CVE-2015-2499.

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

Event History

Sep 9, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2487?

CVE-2015-2487 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2487?

To fix CVE-2015-2487, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for their version of Internet Explorer.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-2487?

CVE-2015-2487 affects Internet Explorer versions 7 through 11.

What is the impact of CVE-2015-2487?

The impact of CVE-2015-2487 includes arbitrary code execution and potential denial of service through memory corruption.

Can CVE-2015-2487 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-2487 can be exploited remotely through a crafted web site.