CVE-2018-0955 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been discovered in the way the scripting engine of Internet Explorer handles objects in memory. This vulnerability affects Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.

Understanding CVE-2018-0955

What is CVE-2018-0955?

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the scripting engine handles objects in memory in Internet Explorer, also known as the "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

The Impact of CVE-2018-0955

This vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system, potentially leading to complete compromise of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-0955

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the scripting engine of Internet Explorer allows for remote code execution by manipulating objects in memory.

Affected Systems and Versions

Internet Explorer 9 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2
Internet Explorer 9 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2
Internet Explorer 11 on various Windows versions including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and Server editions
Internet Explorer 10 on Windows Server 2012

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by enticing a user to visit a malicious website or open a specially crafted document, triggering the execution of malicious code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Microsoft to address the vulnerability.
Consider using alternative web browsers until the patch is applied.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.
Educate users about safe browsing practices and avoiding suspicious links.
Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft to mitigate the risk of exploitation.