CVE-1999-1454

Summary

CVE-1999-1454 is a vulnerability affecting the Macromedia "The Matrix" screen saver on Windows 95. With the "Password protected" option enabled, an attacker who gains physical access to the machine can bypass the password prompt by simply pressing the ESC key. This issue presents a security risk, as unauthorized users could potentially access the system and its data if the screen saver is active and password-protected. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping software up-to-date and securing systems against physical threats.

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