CVE-1999-0762

Summary

CVE-1999-0762 is a vulnerability affecting Netscape Communicator. When a maliciously crafted JavaScript code is embedded within a webpage's TITLE tag, an attacker can exploit this issue to launch attacks using the "about" protocol. This allows unauthorized access to sensitive browser information. This vulnerability poses a serious risk to users who visit malicious websites, as they may unknowingly reveal personal information or allow remote code execution. Despite being discovered over two decades ago, it serves as a reminder to always keep software up-to-date to mitigate potential cyber threats.

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