CVE-1999-0972

CVE-1999-0972 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wolfpack Development Xshipwars with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in Xshipwars xsw program.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0972?
Buffer overflow in Xshipwars xsw program.
How severe is CVE-1999-0972?
CVE-1999-0972 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0972 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0972?
CVE-1999-0972 primarily affects Wolfpack Development Xshipwars. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0972?
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-1999-0972 published?
CVE-1999-0972 was published on 1999-12-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)