CVE-1999-0809
CVSS 2.0 Score 5.0 of 10 (medium)
Details
Summary
CVE-1999-0809 is a vulnerability affecting Netscape Communicator 4.x with JavaScript enabled. Despite users selecting the option to "Only accept cookies originating from the same server as the page being viewed," the software fails to warn them of cookies from different servers. This issue poses a significant privacy risk, allowing unauthorized third parties to access users' browsing history and personal information. It is essential for users to be aware of this vulnerability and take precautions, such as manually managing cookies or upgrading to a more secure browser version.
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Affected Products
- Netscape Communicator
Affected Vendors
- Netscape