How severe is CVE-1999-0280?

CVE-1999-0280 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0280 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0280?

CVE-1999-0280 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0280?

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-1999-0280 published?

CVE-1999-0280 was published on 1997-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0280

CVE-1999-0280 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 15% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 15% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Internet Explorer
Published: 1997-04-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Remote command execution in Microsoft Internet Explorer using .lnk and .url files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0280?: Remote command execution in Microsoft Internet Explorer using .lnk and .url files.
How severe is CVE-1999-0280?: CVE-1999-0280 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0280 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0280?: CVE-1999-0280 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0280?: 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-1999-0280 published?: CVE-1999-0280 was published on 1997-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0280

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_explorer:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_explorer:3.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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