CVE-1999-0488

Summary

CVE-1999-0488 is a vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer 4.0 and 5.0. An attacker can exploit this issue by crafting malicious URLs and tricking users into visiting them. Upon visiting the URL, the attacker can execute security scripts in a different security context, which is a type of "cross frame" vulnerability. This allows the attacker to bypass security restrictions and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or take control of the affected system. The vulnerability poses a significant risk to users who browse untrusted websites, as they may unknowingly expose themselves to attacks.

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