CVE-1999-0739

Summary

CVE-1999-0739 is a vulnerability affecting IIS (Internet Information Services) and Site Server. The codebrws.asp file, which is part of these platforms, can be exploited by remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the targeted system. This issue poses a significant risk as it allows unauthorized access to sensitive information, which could lead to data theft or other malicious activities. Attackers can take advantage of this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted request to the affected web server, tricking it into revealing the contents of any file they choose. System administrators are advised to apply the available patches or workarounds to mitigate this risk.

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