CVE-1999-0793

Summary

CVE-1999-0793 is a vulnerability affecting early versions of Internet Explorer. Hackers can exploit this issue by redirecting data to a malicious JavaScript applet, enabling them to read files on the targeted system remotely. This vulnerability represents a significant risk to information security, as it allows unauthorized access to sensitive data. Users are advised to update their Internet Explorer software to a secure version to mitigate this threat. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to data theft and potential system compromise.

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