CVE-2016-7242

Affected software: Chakra JavaScript engine (ChakraCore) used by Microsoft Edge. Vulnerability type/impact: memory corruption that can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted web site. Root cause/notes: described in the CVE as a memory-corruptio...

Microsoft Edge Scripting Engine Memory Corruption (MS16-129: CVE-2016-7242)

A type confusion vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge. The vulnerability is due to the way JavaScript engine renders when handling objects in memory. A remote unauthenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability by enticing the target user to open a specially crafted web page...

Microsoft Edge CVE-2016-7242 Scripting Engine Remote Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Description Microsoft Edge is prone to a remote memory-corruption vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this issue by enticing an unsuspecting user to view a specially crafted web page. This could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the currently logged-in user. Failed...