How severe is CVE-1999-0875?

CVE-1999-0875 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0875 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0875?

CVE-1999-0875 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2000. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0875?

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-1999-0875 published?

CVE-1999-0875 was published on 1999-08-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0875

CVE-1999-0875 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-16.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 18% (97th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-16
Affected product: Microsoft Windows 2000
Published: 1999-08-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

DHCP clients with ICMP Router Discovery Protocol (IRDP) enabled allow remote attackers to modify their default routes.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0875?: DHCP clients with ICMP Router Discovery Protocol (IRDP) enabled allow remote attackers to modify their default routes.
How severe is CVE-1999-0875?: CVE-1999-0875 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0875 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0875?: CVE-1999-0875 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2000. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0875?: 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-1999-0875 published?: CVE-1999-0875 was published on 1999-08-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_95:0a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_95:0b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_98se:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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