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CVE-1999-0474

First published: Mon Apr 05 1999(Updated: )

The ICQ Webserver allows remote attackers to use .. to access arbitrary files outside of the user's personal directory.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
CenterICQ=99a_2.13build1700

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0474?

    CVE-1999-0474 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0474?

    To resolve CVE-1999-0474, users should update to a secure version of the ICQ Webserver that does not expose the file access flaw.

  • What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-1999-0474?

    Remote attackers can exploit CVE-1999-0474 to read sensitive files outside of the user's personal directory.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-1999-0474?

    CVE-1999-0474 affects ICQ 99a_2.13build1700.

  • Is CVE-1999-0474 still relevant today?

    While CVE-1999-0474 is an older vulnerability, it is still relevant for systems that have not been updated or patched.

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