CVE Catalog
CVE-1999-0537
HighExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Very high risk5.89%
92th percentile - higher than 92% of all known CVEs
Summary
A configuration in web browsers such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator allows execution of active content such as ActiveX, Java, Javascript, etc.
Risk Assessment
The ability to execute active content poses a risk of running malicious code, which may lead to the compromise of the user's system.
Recommendation
It is recommended to disable or restrict the execution of active content in browsers to minimize risk.
Original NVD description (English source)
A configuration in a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator allows execution of active content such as ActiveX, Java, Javascript, etc.