Edge of Glory or Gory? Microsoft Tightens Security on Exploited IE Mode
Microsoft Edge has given its Internet Explorer mode a security makeover after attackers turned it into an all-you-can-hack buffet. By making users jump through a few hoops, Microsoft hopes to keep the nostalgia for IE alive without inviting cybercriminals to the party.
Hot Take:
Ah, Internet Explorer, the browser that refuses to die! Just when you thought it was gone for good, attackers drag it back into the spotlight like an embarrassing high school yearbook photo. Microsoft’s patching up Edge’s IE mode like it’s a 90s sitcom dad fixing a leaky roof – with duct tape and a prayer.
Key Points:
- Microsoft updated Edge’s Internet Explorer mode due to August 2025 security exploits.
- Attackers used social engineering and IE Chakra vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access.
- The exploit allowed remote code execution, privilege escalation, and potential malware installation.
- Microsoft now requires explicit site-by-site enabling of IE mode to improve security.
- The update balances legacy support with modern security measures.
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