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HIGH · 8.2

CVE-1999-0468

Internet Explorer 5.0 allows a remote server to read arbitrary files on the client's file system using the Microsoft Scriptlet Component.

Vulnerability Description

Internet Explorer 5.0 allows a remote server to read arbitrary files on the client's file system using the Microsoft Scriptlet Component.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
LOW
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer5.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-200

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0468?

CVE-1999-0468 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Internet Explorer 5.0 allows a remote server to read arbitrary files on the client's file system using the Microsoft Scriptlet Component.

How severe is CVE-1999-0468?

CVE-1999-0468 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0468?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.