How severe is CVE-1999-0958?

CVE-1999-0958 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0958 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0958?

CVE-1999-0958 primarily affects Todd Miller Sudo. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0958?

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-1999-0958 published?

CVE-1999-0958 was published on 1998-01-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0958

CVE-1999-0958 is a high-severity vulnerability in Todd Miller Sudo 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: 0% (35th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Todd Miller Sudo
Published: 1998-01-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

sudo 1.5.x allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a .. (dot dot) attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0958?: sudo 1.5.x allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a .. (dot dot) attack.
How severe is CVE-1999-0958?: CVE-1999-0958 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0958 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0958?: CVE-1999-0958 primarily affects Todd Miller Sudo. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0958?: 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-1999-0958 published?: CVE-1999-0958 was published on 1998-01-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=88465708614896&w=2

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:todd_miller:sudo:1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:todd_miller:sudo:1.5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:todd_miller:sudo:1.5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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