CVE-1999-1370

Summary

CVE-1999-1370 is a vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer 5.0's setup wizard (ie5setup.exe). During installation, this wizard disables the system's screen saver, which could pose a security risk if the process fails during unattended installations, leaving the system open to physical access. Additionally, it disables the Task Scheduler Service, potentially preventing the execution of essential security programs at scheduled intervals. These disabilities could result in exposure to potential security threats.

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