How severe is CVE-1999-0036?

CVE-1999-0036 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-1999-0036 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0036?

CVE-1999-0036 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0036?

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-1999-0036 published?

CVE-1999-0036 was published on 1997-05-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0036

CVE-1999-0036 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sgi Irix with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-434.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-434
Affected product: Sgi Irix
Published: 1997-05-26
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

IRIX login program with a nonzero LOCKOUT parameter allows creation or damage to files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0036?: IRIX login program with a nonzero LOCKOUT parameter allows creation or damage to files.
How severe is CVE-1999-0036?: CVE-1999-0036 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-1999-0036 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0036?: CVE-1999-0036 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0036?: 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-1999-0036 published?: CVE-1999-0036 was published on 1997-05-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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