How severe is CVE-1999-0372?

CVE-1999-0372 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-1999-0372 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0372?

CVE-1999-0372 primarily affects Microsoft Backoffice. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0372?

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

When was CVE-1999-0372 published?

CVE-1999-0372 was published on 1999-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0372

CVE-1999-0372 is a low-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Backoffice with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 5% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Microsoft Backoffice
Published: 1999-02-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The installer for BackOffice Server includes account names and passwords in a setup file (reboot.ini) which is not deleted.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0372?: The installer for BackOffice Server includes account names and passwords in a setup file (reboot.ini) which is not deleted.
How severe is CVE-1999-0372?: CVE-1999-0372 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-1999-0372 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0372?: CVE-1999-0372 primarily affects Microsoft Backoffice. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0372?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0372 published?: CVE-1999-0372 was published on 1999-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_nt:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:backoffice:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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