CVE-1999-0870: Internet Explorer 4.01 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by pasting a file name into the file upload contr

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:41.105Z

Summary

Internet Explorer 4.01 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by pasting a file name into the file upload control, aka untrusted scripted paste.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:41.105Z · 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.

References