Vulnerability Description
Internet Explorer 5.01 and earlier allows a remote attacker to create a reference to a client window and use a server-side redirect to access local files via that window, aka "Server-side Page Reference Redirect."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | <= 5.01 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ246094
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-05
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ246094
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-05
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0981?
CVE-1999-0981 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Internet Explorer 5.01 and earlier allows a remote attacker to create a reference to a client window and use a server-side redirect to access local files via that window, aka "Server-side Page Referen...
How severe is CVE-1999-0981?
CVE-1999-0981 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0981?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.