Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2015-2442 is a Microsoft browser memory corruption flaw. A user visiting a crafted website could let an attacker run code or crash the browser. Business risk is highest where old Internet Explorer or legacy Edge remain in use. Exposure is likely limited to systems still using affected Microsoft browsers, especially legacy Windows estates, compatibility environments, kiosks, or desktops that allow web browsing with Internet Explorer 8 through 11 or the Edge version covered by the 2015 bulletin. Prioritize remediation if legacy Microsoft browsers remain in production. If the organization has eliminated Internet Explorer and patched affected Windows systems, residual urgency is lower but should be verified through inventory. Mitigation focus: Apply the relevant Microsoft security updates from MS15-091 and MS15-079.; Retire or disable Internet Explorer where business applications no longer require it.; Limit untrusted web browsing from high-value or legacy systems..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS15-091CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- MS15-079CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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