Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft browsers in the way JavaScript scripting engines handle objects in memory, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0224, CVE-2017-0228, CVE-2017-0229, CVE-2017-0230, CVE-2017-0234, CVE-2017-0235, and CVE-2017-0236.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Edge | All versions |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98237Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0238PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98237Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0238PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-0238?
CVE-2017-0238 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft browsers in the way JavaScript scripting engines handle objects in memory, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This CVE ID...
How severe is CVE-2017-0238?
CVE-2017-0238 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-2017-0238?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Internet Explorer.