CVE-1999-1367
MediumExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Elevated risk64th percentile - higher than 64% of all known CVEs
Summary
Internet Explorer 5.0 does not properly reset the username/password cache for Web sites that do not use standard cache controls. This could allow users on the same system to access restricted web sites that were visited by other users.
Risk Assessment
The risk is that users may gain access to private data of others, potentially leading to privacy breaches and information security issues.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update Internet Explorer to a newer version that improves cache management and to implement additional security measures, such as using separate user accounts.
Original NVD description (English source)
Internet Explorer 5.0 does not properly reset the username/password cache for Web sites that do not use standard cache controls, which could allow users on the same system to access restricted web sites that were visited by other users.