Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Internet Explorer by Microsoft
CVE-2020-0833

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Internet Explorer 11
Internet Explorer 11 On Windows 10 Version 1909 For 32-bit Systems
Internet Explorer 11 On Windows 10 Version 1909 For X64-based Systems
Internet Explorer 11 On Windows 10 Version 1909 For Arm64-based Systems
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 March 2020

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Internet Explorer's scripting engine that could allow an attacker to execute remote code if a user views a specially crafted website. This issue arises from improper handling of objects in memory, leading to memory corruption. Successful exploitation could enable the attacker to install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts with full user rights. Users are encouraged to implement security updates and follow best practices for browser security.

Affected Version(s)

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

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

Internet Explorer 11 Windows 10 Version 1803 for ARM64-based Systems

References

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