How severe is CVE-1999-0184?

CVE-1999-0184 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-1999-0184 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0184?

CVE-1999-0184 affects Isc Bind. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0184?

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

When was CVE-1999-0184 published?

CVE-1999-0184 was published on 1997-07-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0184

CVE-1999-0184 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Isc Bind with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Isc Bind
Published: 1997-07-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

When compiled with the -DALLOW_UPDATES option, bind allows dynamic updates to the DNS server, allowing for malicious modification of DNS records.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0184?: When compiled with the -DALLOW_UPDATES option, bind allows dynamic updates to the DNS server, allowing for malicious modification of DNS records.
How severe is CVE-1999-0184?: CVE-1999-0184 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0184 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0184?: CVE-1999-0184 affects Isc Bind. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0184?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0184 published?: CVE-1999-0184 was published on 1997-07-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0184

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:isc:bind:9.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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