Vulnerability identifier: #VU849
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Client/Desktop applications /
Web browsers
Microsoft Edge
Client/Desktop applications /
Web browsers
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper storage of credential data in memory. A remote attacker can access access a memory dump and get credential information.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability will result in personal data disclosure.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Internet Explorer: 9 - 11
Microsoft Edge:
External links
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/security/ms16-118
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/security/ms16-119
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.