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CVE-1999-0790

First published: Sat Apr 01 2000(Updated: )

A remote attacker can read information from a Netscape user's cache via JavaScript.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netscape Communicator=4.0
=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0790?

    CVE-1999-0790 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive user information.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0790?

    To fix CVE-1999-0790, users should upgrade to a later version of Netscape Communicator that is no longer vulnerable.

  • Who is affected by CVE-1999-0790?

    Users of Netscape Communicator version 4.0 are primarily affected by CVE-1999-0790.

  • What type of attack is CVE-1999-0790?

    CVE-1999-0790 pertains to a remote attack that exploits JavaScript to access information in a user's cache.

  • Can I secure my system against CVE-1999-0790?

    To secure your system against CVE-1999-0790, avoid using vulnerable versions of Netscape Communicator and employ modern, supported web browsers.

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