CVE-2015-2502

Name: CVE-2015-2502
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-19T10:59:00.09+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 51.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-2502 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability," as exploited in the wild in August 2015.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 51.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 through 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Memory Corruption Vulnerability," as exploited in the wild in August 2015.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

51.13%

98.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by May 4, 2022.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	7
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	8
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	9
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	10
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	11

References

http://twitter.com/Laughing_Mantis/statuses/633839231840841728Exploit
http://twitter.com/Laughing_Mantis/statuses/633839771865886721Press/Media Coverage
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76403Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033317Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityweek.com/microsoft-issues-emergency-patch-critical-ie-flaw-exploited-wildPress/Media Coverage
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-093Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://twitter.com/Laughing_Mantis/statuses/633839231840841728Exploit
http://twitter.com/Laughing_Mantis/statuses/633839771865886721Press/Media Coverage
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76403Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033317Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityweek.com/microsoft-issues-emergency-patch-critical-ie-flaw-exploited-wildPress/Media Coverage
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-093Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2015-2502US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Aug 19, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-2502?

How severe is CVE-2015-2502?

CVE-2015-2502 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 51.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2502?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST