What is the severity of CVE-2015-2494?

CVE-2015-2494 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2494?

To fix CVE-2015-2494, users should ensure that their Microsoft Internet Explorer and Edge browsers are updated to the latest versions provided by Microsoft.

What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-2494?

CVE-2015-2494 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 7 through 11 and Microsoft Edge.

Can CVE-2015-2494 cause a denial of service?

Yes, CVE-2015-2494 can cause a denial of service due to memory corruption vulnerabilities.

What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2015-2494?

CVE-2015-2494 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or execute a denial of service attack.

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CVE-2015-2494

critical

9.3

CWE

119

9/9/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-2494: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 09 2015(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 and Microsoft Edge allow 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-2015-2487, CVE-2015-2490, CVE-2015-2492, CVE-2015-2498, and CVE-2015-2499.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Edge Beta
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-2015-2494?
CVE-2015-2494 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2494?
To fix CVE-2015-2494, users should ensure that their Microsoft Internet Explorer and Edge browsers are updated to the latest versions provided by Microsoft.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-2494?
CVE-2015-2494 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 7 through 11 and Microsoft Edge.
Can CVE-2015-2494 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2015-2494 can cause a denial of service due to memory corruption vulnerabilities.
What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2015-2494?
CVE-2015-2494 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or execute a denial of service attack.

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