How severe is CVE-1999-0689?

CVE-1999-0689 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0689 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0689?

CVE-1999-0689 primarily affects Cde. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0689?

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-1999-0689 published?

CVE-1999-0689 was published on 1999-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0689

CVE-1999-0689 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cde 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: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cde
Published: 1999-09-13
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The CDE dtspcd daemon allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a symlink attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0689?: The CDE dtspcd daemon allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-1999-0689?: CVE-1999-0689 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0689 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0689?: CVE-1999-0689 primarily affects Cde. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0689?: 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-1999-0689 published?: CVE-1999-0689 was published on 1999-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (15)

cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:1.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:1.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cde:cde:2.120:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:2.5:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:2.5.1:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:7.0:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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