CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-6140

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 and Microsoft Edge allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site. This is a memory corruption vulnerability related to Microsoft Browser.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability can lead to serious consequences, such as system takeover or disruption of its operation. Organizations should be aware of the risks associated with using these browsers.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update browsers to the latest versions and implement additional security measures, such as content filters and antivirus software.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Microsoft Internet Explorer 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 "Microsoft Browser Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6142, CVE-2015-6143, CVE-2015-6153, CVE-2015-6158, CVE-2015-6159, and CVE-2015-6160.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS