CVE-1999-0278

Summary

CVE-1999-0278 is a vulnerability affecting Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS). Hackers can exploit this issue by appending "::$DATA" to the URL of a specific Active Server Pages (ASP) file, enabling them to obtain the source code of the file remotely. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it allows unauthorized access to sensitive information and potentially leads to more advanced attacks. IIS servers should be updated to address this issue to prevent potential exploitation.

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