CVE-1999-1453: Low severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability
Internet Explorer 4 allows remote attackers (malicious web site operators) to read the contents of the clipboard via the Internet WebBrowser ActiveX object.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
Disable the Internet WebBrowser ActiveX object in Internet Explorer to prevent web pages from using it to read clipboard contents.
Internet Explorer (Internet WebBrowser ActiveX object) Internet WebBrowser ActiveX object = disabled
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1453?
CVE-1999-1453 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
How does CVE-1999-1453 affect Internet Explorer 4?
CVE-1999-1453 allows remote attackers to access the contents of the clipboard via a malicious website.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-1999-1453?
Exploitation of CVE-1999-1453 can lead to unauthorized data exposure from a user's clipboard.
Can CVE-1999-1453 be mitigated?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1453, users should avoid using Internet Explorer 4 and ensure their browsers are updated to the latest version available.
What measures can users take against CVE-1999-1453?
Users can prevent CVE-1999-1453 by disabling web browser scripts or using security settings that restrict clipboard access.