How severe is CVE-1999-0474?

CVE-1999-0474 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-1999-0474 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0474?

CVE-1999-0474 affects Mirabilis Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0474?

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

When was CVE-1999-0474 published?

CVE-1999-0474 was published on 1999-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0474

CVE-1999-0474 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mirabilis Icq with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Mirabilis Icq
Published: 1999-04-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ICQ Webserver allows remote attackers to use .. to access arbitrary files outside of the user's personal directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0474?: The ICQ Webserver allows remote attackers to use .. to access arbitrary files outside of the user's personal directory.
How severe is CVE-1999-0474?: CVE-1999-0474 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0474 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0474?: CVE-1999-0474 affects Mirabilis Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0474?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0474 published?: CVE-1999-0474 was published on 1999-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0474

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:mirabilis:icq:99a_2.13build1700:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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