CVE-1999-1259
CVSS 2.0 Score 2.1 of 10 (low)
Details
Published Dec 31, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-1259 is a vulnerability affecting Microsoft Office 98 for Macintosh. This issue arises due to improper disk space initialization, leading to the insertion of data from previously deleted files into Office 98 files. Attackers can capitalize on this flaw to extract sensitive information, posing a significant risk to data confidentiality. Microsoft Office 98 users on Macintosh systems are advised to upgrade to a secure version or take necessary precautions to protect their data.
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Affected Products
- Microsoft Office
Affected Vendors
- Microsoft