CVE-1999-1526

Summary

CVE-1999-1526 is a vulnerability affecting the auto-update feature of Macromedia Shockwave 7. This issue allows an attacker to intercept the transmission of a user's password and hard disk information back to Macromedia's servers, posing a significant risk to confidentiality and privacy. The vulnerability arises due to insufficient encryption of data during transmission. This issue was discovered in 1999 and remains a concern for organizations and individuals still using outdated versions of Macromedia Shockwave. It emphasizes the importance of keeping software updated and being vigilant about data security.

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