CVE-1999-1526

Summary

CVE-1999-1526 is a vulnerability affecting Macromedia Shockwave 7. The software's auto-update feature inadvertently transmits a user's password and sensitive hard disk information to Macromedia's servers during the update process. This unintended data disclosure poses a significant security risk, potentially allowing unauthorized access to user accounts and confidential data. The vulnerability was discovered in 1999 and remains relevant for those still using the outdated Shockwave 7 software. Users are urged to upgrade to a more secure version or consider disabling the auto-update feature until they can do so.

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