CVE-1999-0468

Summary

CVE-1999-0468 is a vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer 5.0, which enables a remote server to access arbitrary files on a client's system through the Microsoft Scriptlet Component. An attacker could exploit this issue by crafting a specially designed script to read sensitive files, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. The vulnerability poses a significant risk to users who browse malicious websites, as attackers can take advantage of the flaw to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that users update their Internet Explorer software to the latest version or use alternative browsing solutions.

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