Vulnerability Description
The scripting engine in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from that described in CVE-2017-0130.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.security-assessment.com/files/documents/advisory/reversesegment.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96094
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038008
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0040PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.security-assessment.com/files/documents/advisory/reversesegment.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96094
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038008
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0040PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-0040?
CVE-2017-0040 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The scripting engine in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Scripti...
How severe is CVE-2017-0040?
CVE-2017-0040 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-0040?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.