Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Internet Explorer by Microsoft
CVE-2020-0640

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Internet Explorer 10
Internet Explorer 9
Internet Explorer 11
Internet Explorer 11 On Windows 10 Version 1903 For 32-bit Systems
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 January 2020

What is CVE-2020-0640?

A remote code execution vulnerability affects Internet Explorer due to improper memory access, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This could lead to compromised user data and increased risk of malware execution. It’s crucial for users and organizations to apply security updates to mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Internet Explorer 10 Windows Server 2012

Internet Explorer 11 Windows 10 Version 1803 for 32-bit Systems

Internet Explorer 11 Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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