CVE-1999-1454 — MEDIUM (4.6)

Vulnerability Description

Macromedia "The Matrix" screen saver on Windows 95 with the "Password protected" option enabled allows attackers with physical access to the machine to bypass the password prompt by pressing the ESC (Escape) key.

CVSS Score

4.6

MEDIUM

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

PARTIAL

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Macromedia	Matrix Screen Saver	All versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-1454?

CVE-1999-1454 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Macromedia "The Matrix" screen saver on Windows 95 with the "Password protected" option enabled allows attackers with physical access to the machine to bypass the password prompt by pressing the ESC (...

How severe is CVE-1999-1454?

CVE-1999-1454 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1454?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Macromedia Matrix Screen Saver.