CVE-1999-0817: Lynx WWW client allows a remote attacker to specify command-line parameters which Lynx uses when calling external progra
Summary
Lynx WWW client allows a remote attacker to specify command-line parameters which Lynx uses when calling external programs to handle certain protocols, e.g. telnet.
Severity
UNKNOWN
Source Attribution
Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:49.365Z · Confidence: high
Impact
Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.
Affected Software
Fix
Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.