How severe is CVE-1999-0316?

CVE-1999-0316 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0316 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0316?

CVE-1999-0316 affects Sam Lantinga Splitvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0316?

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-1999-0316 published?

CVE-1999-0316 was published on 1995-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0316

CVE-1999-0316 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sam Lantinga Splitvt 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: 0% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sam Lantinga Splitvt
Published: 1995-12-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Linux splitvt command gives root access to local users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0316?: Buffer overflow in Linux splitvt command gives root access to local users.
How severe is CVE-1999-0316?: CVE-1999-0316 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0316 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0316?: CVE-1999-0316 affects Sam Lantinga Splitvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0316?: 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-1999-0316 published?: CVE-1999-0316 was published on 1995-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0316

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:sam_lantinga:splitvt:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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