CVE-1999-1002

Summary

CVE-1999-1002 is a vulnerability affecting Netscape Navigator, where the browser utilizes weak encryption to store user Netscape mail passwords. This means that an attacker who gains unauthorized access to a user's system could potentially obtain these passwords through decryption, posing a significant risk to email security and privacy. The use of weak encryption in this context is outdated and insecure, making it essential for users to implement stronger security measures or upgrade their browsers to mitigate this risk.

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