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CVE-2017-0266: Microsoft Edge can let attackers run code remotely
CVE-2017-0266 · published 9 years ago
Summary
A flaw in Microsoft Edge's scripting engine could allow a remote attacker to make the browser execute their own code on your computer. This could give the attacker control over the affected system or access to sensitive information. Install the latest Edge updates as soon as they are available to protect your devices.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft | edge |
All versions
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:edge:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge in the way affected Microsoft scripting engines render when handling objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Edge Remote Code Execution Vuln...
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge in the way affected Microsoft scripting engines render when handling objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Edge Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98276 Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0266 Patch Vendor Advisory
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published12 May 2017
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-0266 · NVD
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