CVE-1999-0142

Summary

CVE-1999-0142 is a vulnerability affecting Netscape Navigator 2.0 and Java Developer's Kit 1.0. The Java Applet Security Manager in these software versions has a weakness, allowing applets to establish connections to any host rather than being restricted to the originating server. This issue poses a significant risk for unauthorized data transfer or unintended access to remote systems. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to launch various types of attacks, including phishing, malware distribution, or data exfiltration. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest software versions to mitigate this risk.

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