CVE-1999-0766

Summary

CVE-1999-0766 is a vulnerability affecting the Microsoft Java Virtual Machine. Malicious Java applets can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary commands beyond the intended sandbox environment, posing a significant security risk. This vulnerability, which was discovered in 1999, enables attackers to bypass the Java Virtual Machine's security restrictions and potentially gain control over the affected system. It is essential for users to apply the available patches to mitigate this risk and maintain a secure computing environment.

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