Is CVE-2014-1776 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2014-1776 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-1776 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2014-1776 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-1776?

CVE-2014-1776 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2014-1776

Published: January 28, 2022

EPSS:81.84%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.2th

Official Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code in the context of the current user.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Microsoft Internet Explorer contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute code in the context of the current user.

Added to KEV: 2022-01-28Federal patch deadline: 2022-07-28

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-1776 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2014-1776 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.