How severe is CVE-1999-0256?

CVE-1999-0256 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0256 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 72% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0256?

CVE-1999-0256 primarily affects Jgaa Warftpd. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0256?

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-1999-0256 published?

CVE-1999-0256 was published on 1998-02-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0256

CVE-1999-0256 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jgaa Warftpd with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 72% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 72% (99th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jgaa Warftpd
Published: 1998-02-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in War FTP allows remote execution of commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0256?: Buffer overflow in War FTP allows remote execution of commands.
How severe is CVE-1999-0256?: CVE-1999-0256 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0256 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 72% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0256?: CVE-1999-0256 primarily affects Jgaa Warftpd. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0256?: 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-1999-0256 published?: CVE-1999-0256 was published on 1998-02-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.osvdb.org/875

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:jgaa:warftpd:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_95:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_nt:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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