How severe is CVE-1999-0137?

CVE-1999-0137 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0137 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0137?

CVE-1999-0137 affects Fred N. Van Kempen Dip. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0137?

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-1999-0137 published?

CVE-1999-0137 was published on 1996-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0137

CVE-1999-0137 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fred N. Van Kempen Dip 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% (54th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Fred N. Van Kempen Dip
Published: 1996-07-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The dip program on many Linux systems allows local users to gain root access via a buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0137?: The dip program on many Linux systems allows local users to gain root access via a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-1999-0137?: CVE-1999-0137 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0137 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0137?: CVE-1999-0137 affects Fred N. Van Kempen Dip. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0137?: 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-1999-0137 published?: CVE-1999-0137 was published on 1996-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0137

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:fred_n._van_kempen:dip:3.3.7o:*:*:*:*:*:*:*