CVE-1999-1002

Summary

CVE-1999-1002 indicates a vulnerability in Netscape Navigator, where user Netscape mail passwords are stored using weak encryption. This means that an unauthorized user who gains access to the system could easily decrypt and obtain these passwords. The weak encryption puts users' Netscape mail accounts at risk of being compromised. Users are advised to change their passwords and consider using more secure browsers or email clients. This vulnerability was identified over two decades ago and underscores the importance of using strong encryption for storing sensitive information.

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