CVE-1999-0150
CVE-1999-0150 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Fingerd 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: 4% (89th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Gnu Fingerd
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Perl fingerd program allows arbitrary command execution from remote users.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-1999-0150?
- The Perl fingerd program allows arbitrary command execution from remote users.
- How severe is CVE-1999-0150?
- CVE-1999-0150 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-1999-0150 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-1999-0150?
- CVE-1999-0150 affects Gnu Fingerd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-1999-0150?
- 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-1999-0150 published?
- CVE-1999-0150 was published on 1997-07-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:gnu:fingerd:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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