7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-1999-1094: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Dec 31 1999(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Internet Explorer 4.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long URL with the "mk:" protocol, aka the "MK Overrun security issue."

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Internet Explorer<=4.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1094?

    CVE-1999-1094 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1094?

    To mitigate CVE-1999-1094, users should upgrade to a later version of Internet Explorer that is not affected by this buffer overflow.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-1999-1094?

    CVE-1999-1094 affects Internet Explorer version 4.01 and earlier.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-1094?

    CVE-1999-1094 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-1999-1094 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-1999-1094 can be exploited remotely through crafted URLs using the "mk:" protocol.

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