CVE-1999-0490

Summary

CVE-1999-0490 is a vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer 5.0's MSHTML.DLL component. An attacker can exploit this issue by manipulating an IMG SRC tag to gain unauthorized access to local user files, revealing sensitive information. This security flaw poses a significant risk to users who may visit compromised websites, allowing attackers to bypass security boundaries and potentially steal valuable data. Microsoft released a patch to address this issue, and users are strongly encouraged to update their browsers to ensure protection against this vulnerability.

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