CVE Catalog
CVE-1999-1271
LowExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk0.20%
10th percentile — higher than 10% of all known CVEs
Summary
Macromedia Dreamweaver uses weak encryption to store FTP passwords, which could allow local users to easily decrypt the passwords of other users.
Risk Assessment
Local users may gain access to the FTP passwords of other users, posing a risk of unauthorized access to FTP servers.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the software to the latest version and implement stronger password encryption methods.
Original NVD description (English source)
Macromedia Dreamweaver uses weak encryption to store FTP passwords, which could allow local users to easily decrypt the passwords of other users.