Vulnerability Description
Internet Explorer 5 allows a remote attacker to modify the IE client's proxy configuration via a malicious Web Proxy Auto-Discovery (WPAD) server.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ247333
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/846
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-05
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ247333
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/846
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-05
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0858?
CVE-1999-0858 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Internet Explorer 5 allows a remote attacker to modify the IE client's proxy configuration via a malicious Web Proxy Auto-Discovery (WPAD) server.
How severe is CVE-1999-0858?
CVE-1999-0858 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0858?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.