#VU9294 Information disclosure in Microsoft Internet Explorer - CVE-2017-11848

Vulnerability identifier: #VU9294

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-11848

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of page content in memory by Internet Explorer. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website and detect the navigation of the user leaving a maliciously crafted page.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Internet Explorer: 9 - 11

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External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11848

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Q & A

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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.