Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in HHOpen ActiveX control (hhopen.ocx) 1.0.0.1 for Internet Explorer 4.01 and 5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via long arguments to the OpenHelp method.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 4.0.1 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/29795US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/28719
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/669
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/3314
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/29795US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/28719
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/669
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/3314
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1577?
CVE-1999-1577 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in HHOpen ActiveX control (hhopen.ocx) 1.0.0.1 for Internet Explorer 4.01 and 5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via long arguments to the OpenHelp method.
How severe is CVE-1999-1577?
CVE-1999-1577 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-1999-1577?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.