CVE-1999-0404
CVE-1999-0404 is a high-severity vulnerability in Smartmax Software Mailmax with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 10% (95th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Smartmax Software Mailmax
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Buffer overflow in the Mail-Max SMTP server for Windows systems allows remote command execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-1999-0404?
- Buffer overflow in the Mail-Max SMTP server for Windows systems allows remote command execution.
- How severe is CVE-1999-0404?
- CVE-1999-0404 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-1999-0404 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-1999-0404?
- CVE-1999-0404 affects Smartmax Software Mailmax. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-1999-0404?
- 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-1999-0404 published?
- CVE-1999-0404 was published on 1999-02-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:smartmax_software:mailmax:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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