CVE-1999-1110

Summary

CVE-1999-1110 is a vulnerability affecting the Windows Media Player ActiveX object in Internet Explorer 5.0. When a non-existent file is entered into the player, it returns a specific error code, enabling remote malicious websites to ascertain the existence of files on the client system. This issue poses a significant risk, as attackers can potentially use this information to target vulnerable systems with further exploits. The vulnerability was identified in 1999 and remains relevant for older operating systems and configurations still in use. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to update installed software, disable ActiveX controls, or use alternative media players.

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