CVE-1999-0459

CVE-1999-0459 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Local users can perform a denial of service in Alpha Linux, using MILO to force a reboot.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0459?
Local users can perform a denial of service in Alpha Linux, using MILO to force a reboot.
How severe is CVE-1999-0459?
CVE-1999-0459 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0459 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0459?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0459 published?
CVE-1999-0459 was published on 1999-02-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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