CVE-2015-6145: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 09 2015(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and 8 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-2015-6146.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6145?
CVE-2015-6145 is considered critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6145?
To mitigate CVE-2015-6145, users should update to the latest version of Internet Explorer available for their system.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2015-6145?
CVE-2015-6145 affects Internet Explorer versions 7 and 8.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-6145?
CVE-2015-6145 can be exploited through crafted websites that lead to memory corruption.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-6145?
Exploitation of CVE-2015-6145 can result in arbitrary code execution and denial of service on the affected system.
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