CVE-1999-0838

CVE-1999-0838 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Deerfield Serv-u Ftp-server 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

Description

Buffer overflow in Serv-U FTP 2.5 allows remote users to conduct a denial of service via the SITE command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0838?
Buffer overflow in Serv-U FTP 2.5 allows remote users to conduct a denial of service via the SITE command.
How severe is CVE-1999-0838?
CVE-1999-0838 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0838 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0838?
CVE-1999-0838 affects Deerfield Serv-u Ftp-server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0838?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0838 published?
CVE-1999-0838 was published on 1999-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)