CVE-2014-2817
Published: May 25, 2022
Official Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer cotains an unspecified vulnerability that allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted web site.
CISA KEV Advisory
Microsoft Internet Explorer Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Microsoft Internet Explorer cotains an unspecified vulnerability that allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted web site.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
Microsoft Internet Explorer contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted website. The high EPSS score and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog indicate that this vulnerability is actively exploited and has a high probability of being targeted.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation occurs remotely when a user visits a crafted website.
Users should migrate away from Internet Explorer to modern, supported browsers. Ensure all Microsoft products are kept up-to-date with the latest security patches.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2014-2817 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-2014-2817 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.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2014-2817 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1