CVE-1999-0989 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5, specifically within the MSDXM.OCX DirectShow filter. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on a vulnerable system by crafting malicious URLs using the vnd.ms.radio protocol. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (High), exploitation is network-based and requires no authentication, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog or Hot List, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-19665) confirms the existence of public exploit code, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:ie:5:*:windows_nt_4.0:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:ie:5.0:*:windows_95:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:ie:5.0:*:windows_98:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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