What is the severity of CVE-2015-6147?

CVE-2015-6147 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6147?

To mitigate CVE-2015-6147, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer 8 and 9.

Who is affected by CVE-2015-6147?

CVE-2015-6147 affects users running Internet Explorer 8 and 9 on Windows operating systems.

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-6147?

CVE-2015-6147 can be exploited through crafted web pages that lead to memory corruption.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6147 until a patch is applied?

While waiting for a patch for CVE-2015-6147, it is advisable to use alternative web browsers to avoid exposure.

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CVE-2015-6147

critical

9.3

CWE

119

9/12/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-6147: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 09 2015(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 and 9 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-2015-6149.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=8
Internet Explorer	=9

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6147?
To mitigate CVE-2015-6147, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer 8 and 9.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 affects users running Internet Explorer 8 and 9 on Windows operating systems.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 can be exploited through crafted web pages that lead to memory corruption.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6147 until a patch is applied?
While waiting for a patch for CVE-2015-6147, it is advisable to use alternative web browsers to avoid exposure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6147?
To mitigate CVE-2015-6147, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer 8 and 9.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 affects users running Internet Explorer 8 and 9 on Windows operating systems.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-6147?
CVE-2015-6147 can be exploited through crafted web pages that lead to memory corruption.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6147 until a patch is applied?
While waiting for a patch for CVE-2015-6147, it is advisable to use alternative web browsers to avoid exposure.