MS.IE.htmlFile.ActiveX.XSS
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted html file. An attacker can exploit this by tricking an unsuspecting user into visiting a malicious webpage and execute arbitrary script code within the context of the application.
Affected Products
Internet Explorer 9
Internet Explorer 10
Internet Explorer 11
Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 10
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can execute arbitrary script code within the context of the target user's browser.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
http://technet.microsoft.com/security/bulletin/MS17-006
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
Date | Version | Detail |
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2019-06-10 | 14.629 | Severity:critical:medium |