CVE-1999-0465

Summary

CVE-1999-0465 is a vulnerability affecting both Lynx and Internet Explorer web browsers. Malicious actors can exploit this issue by utilizing an IMG tag with an excessively large width parameter, resulting in a crash of the affected browser. This flaw could potentially be used for denial-of-service attacks or as a stepping stone for more advanced exploits. It is essential for users to keep their browsers updated to protect against such vulnerabilities.

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