CVE-1999-0486

Summary

CVE-1999-0486 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting AOL Instant Messenger. A remote attacker can exploit this issue by sending a malicious hyperlink to a receiving client. Upon clicking the link, the client's system may experience a crash, causing a denial-of-service condition. This vulnerability poses a risk to the availability of the AOL Instant Messenger service and potentially exposes users to other malicious activities. Users are advised to exercise caution when clicking links from unknown sources and keep their messaging software updated with the latest security patches.

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