What is the severity of CVE-1999-0793?

CVE-1999-0793 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote file reading by attackers.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0793?

To fix CVE-1999-0793, users should update their Internet Explorer to a version that is not vulnerable.

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-1999-0793?

CVE-1999-0793 affects Internet Explorer versions 4.0.1 and 5.0.

Can CVE-1999-0793 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-0793 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a Javascript applet.

What should I do if I am using an affected version of Internet Explorer related to CVE-1999-0793?

If using an affected version, it is recommended to upgrade to a secure version of Internet Explorer immediately.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0793

low

2.6

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

17/11/1999

4/1/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0793

First published: Wed Nov 17 1999(Updated: )

Internet Explorer allows remote attackers to read files by redirecting data to a Javascript applet.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=4.0.1
Internet Explorer	=5.0

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Reference Links

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-043

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0793?
CVE-1999-0793 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote file reading by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0793?
To fix CVE-1999-0793, users should update their Internet Explorer to a version that is not vulnerable.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-1999-0793?
CVE-1999-0793 affects Internet Explorer versions 4.0.1 and 5.0.
Can CVE-1999-0793 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0793 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a Javascript applet.
What should I do if I am using an affected version of Internet Explorer related to CVE-1999-0793?
If using an affected version, it is recommended to upgrade to a secure version of Internet Explorer immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0793?
CVE-1999-0793 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote file reading by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0793?
To fix CVE-1999-0793, users should update their Internet Explorer to a version that is not vulnerable.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-1999-0793?
CVE-1999-0793 affects Internet Explorer versions 4.0.1 and 5.0.
Can CVE-1999-0793 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0793 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a Javascript applet.
What should I do if I am using an affected version of Internet Explorer related to CVE-1999-0793?
If using an affected version, it is recommended to upgrade to a secure version of Internet Explorer immediately.