CVE-2015-6071: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 11, 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 "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6066, CVE-2015-6070, CVE-2015-6074, CVE-2015-6076, and CVE-2015-6087.

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

Nov 11, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6071?

CVE-2015-6071 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6071?

To fix CVE-2015-6071, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-6071?

CVE-2015-6071 affects Internet Explorer versions 7 through 11.

What impact does CVE-2015-6071 have on systems?

CVE-2015-6071 can lead to remote code execution or cause a denial of service due to memory corruption.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6071?

Disabling JavaScript temporarily can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2015-6071 until a patch is applied.