How severe is CVE-1999-0133?

CVE-1999-0133 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-1999-0133 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0133?

CVE-1999-0133 affects Adobe Framemaker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0133?

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

When was CVE-1999-0133 published?

CVE-1999-0133 was published on 1996-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0133

CVE-1999-0133 is a low-severity vulnerability in Adobe Framemaker 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: 1% (45th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Adobe Framemaker
Published: 1996-08-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

fm_fls license server for Adobe Framemaker allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0133?: fm_fls license server for Adobe Framemaker allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root access.
How severe is CVE-1999-0133?: CVE-1999-0133 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-1999-0133 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0133?: CVE-1999-0133 affects Adobe Framemaker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0133?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0133 published?: CVE-1999-0133 was published on 1996-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0133

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:adobe:framemaker:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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