CVE-1999-0725
First published: Thu Aug 19 1999(Updated: )
When IIS is run with a default language of Chinese, Korean, or Japanese, it allows a remote attacker to view the source code of certain files, a.k.a. "Double Byte Code Page".
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =3.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =3.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =3.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 | |
| =3.0 | ||
| =3.0 | ||
| =3.0 | ||
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/477
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2302
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];Q233335
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-022
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ233335
Frequently Asked Questions
What vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-1999-0725?
CVE-1999-0725 allows remote attackers to view the source code of certain files in IIS when using a default language of Chinese, Korean, or Japanese.
Which versions of Internet Information Server are affected by CVE-1999-0725?
IIS versions 3.0 and 4.0 are affected by CVE-1999-0725 when set to a default language of Chinese, Korean, or Japanese.
What is the impact of CVE-1999-0725?
The impact of CVE-1999-0725 is the exposure of source code, which can lead to further exploitation of the web application.
How can I mitigate CVE-1999-0725?
Mitigating CVE-1999-0725 can be achieved by changing the default language settings away from Chinese, Korean, or Japanese in IIS.
Is there a patch available for CVE-1999-0725?
Yes, Microsoft provides patches and updates to address vulnerabilities like CVE-1999-0725 in supported versions of Internet Information Server.
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