CVE-1999-0817

Summary

CVE-1999-0817 is a vulnerability affecting the Lynx WWW client. This issue permits a remote attacker to input command-line parameters, which are then used by Lynx when invoking external programs for handling specific protocols, such as telnet. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system. This security flaw poses a significant risk, particularly in enterprise environments where Lynx is used for web browsing, and can lead to serious consequences if successfully exploited. It is recommended that users upgrade to the latest version of Lynx or consider using alternative web browsers to mitigate this risk.

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