How severe is CVE-1999-0105?

CVE-1999-0105 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-1999-0105 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0105?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-1999-0105 published?

CVE-1999-0105 was published on 1997-03-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0105

CVE-1999-0105 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (29th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Published: 1997-03-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

finger allows recursive searches by using a long string of @ symbols.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0105?: finger allows recursive searches by using a long string of @ symbols.
How severe is CVE-1999-0105?: CVE-1999-0105 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-1999-0105 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0105?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0105 published?: CVE-1999-0105 was published on 1997-03-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-1999-0105