How severe is CVE-1999-0788?

CVE-1999-0788 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-1999-0788 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0788?

CVE-1999-0788 primarily affects Knox Software Arkeia. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0788?

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

When was CVE-1999-0788 published?

CVE-1999-0788 was published on 1999-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0788

CVE-1999-0788 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Knox Software Arkeia 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: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Knox Software Arkeia
Published: 1999-09-26
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Arkiea nlservd allows remote attackers to conduct a denial of service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0788?: Arkiea nlservd allows remote attackers to conduct a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-1999-0788?: CVE-1999-0788 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0788 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0788?: CVE-1999-0788 primarily affects Knox Software Arkeia. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0788?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0788 published?: CVE-1999-0788 was published on 1999-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:knox_software:arkeia:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:knox_software:arkeia:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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