How severe is CVE-1999-0033?

CVE-1999-0033 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0033 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0033?

CVE-1999-0033 primarily affects Ncr Mp-ras. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0033?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-1999-0033 published?

CVE-1999-0033 was published on 1997-06-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0033

CVE-1999-0033 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ncr Mp-ras with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (46th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ncr Mp-ras
Published: 1997-06-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Command execution in Sun systems via buffer overflow in the at program.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0033?: Command execution in Sun systems via buffer overflow in the at program.
How severe is CVE-1999-0033?: CVE-1999-0033 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0033 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0033?: CVE-1999-0033 primarily affects Ncr Mp-ras. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0033?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-1999-0033 published?: CVE-1999-0033 was published on 1997-06-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0033

Affected products (15)

cpe:2.3:a:ncr:mp-ras:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:ibm:aix:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:open_desktop:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:openserver:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:openserver:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:3.2v4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.4:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5.1:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*

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