CVE-1999-0981

Summary

CVE-1999-0981 is a vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer 5.01 and earlier versions. This issue allows remote attackers to manipulate server-side redirects, creating references to client windows and subsequently accessing local files on the affected system through that window. This vulnerability can potentially lead to unauthorized access and data theft. Attackers can exploit this flaw by tricking users into visiting malicious websites that execute the redirect attack, putting sensitive information at risk. Users are advised to update their Internet Explorer browsers to the latest version to mitigate this threat.

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