CVE-2015-6087: 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-2015-6071, CVE-2015-6074, and CVE-2015-6076.

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-2015-6087?

CVE-2015-6087 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6087?

To mitigate CVE-2015-6087, update your Microsoft Internet Explorer to the newest version available.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-6087?

CVE-2015-6087 affects Internet Explorer versions 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11.

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2015-6087?

Exploitation of CVE-2015-6087 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6087 if I cannot update?

Disabling Active Scripting in Internet Explorer can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2015-6087.