How severe is CVE-1999-0102?

CVE-1999-0102 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0102 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0102?

CVE-1999-0102 affects Seattle Lab Software Slmail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0102?

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-1999-0102 published?

CVE-1999-0102 was published on 1998-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0102

CVE-1999-0102 is a high-severity vulnerability in Seattle Lab Software Slmail with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Seattle Lab Software Slmail
Published: 1998-07-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in SLmail 3.x allows attackers to execute commands using a large FROM line.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0102?: Buffer overflow in SLmail 3.x allows attackers to execute commands using a large FROM line.
How severe is CVE-1999-0102?: CVE-1999-0102 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0102 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0102?: CVE-1999-0102 affects Seattle Lab Software Slmail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0102?: 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-1999-0102 published?: CVE-1999-0102 was published on 1998-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0102

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:seattle_lab_software:slmail:3.0.2421:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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