Browser Spoofing Vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer and Edge
CVE-2017-0012

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Browsers
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2017

What is CVE-2017-0012?

Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 and Microsoft Edge exhibit a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to manipulate web content by hosting crafted websites. This weakness can lead to spoofed visuals, potentially deceiving users into believing they are interacting with legitimate web content. The threat poses significant risks, particularly for unsuspecting users who rely on these browsers for online activities.

Affected Version(s)

Browsers Internet Explorer 11 and Microsoft Edge

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038006
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96085
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EPSS Score

6% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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