How severe is CVE-1999-0979?

CVE-1999-0979 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0979 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0979?

CVE-1999-0979 primarily affects Sco Unixware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0979?

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-1999-0979 published?

CVE-1999-0979 was published on 2000-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0979

CVE-1999-0979 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sco Unixware 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: 1% (47th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sco Unixware
Published: 2000-04-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The SCO UnixWare privileged process system allows local users to gain root privileges by using a debugger such as gdb to insert traps into _init before the privileged process is executed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0979?: The SCO UnixWare privileged process system allows local users to gain root privileges by using a debugger such as gdb to insert traps into _init before the privileged process is executed.
How severe is CVE-1999-0979?: CVE-1999-0979 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0979 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0979?: CVE-1999-0979 primarily affects Sco Unixware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0979?: 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-1999-0979 published?: CVE-1999-0979 was published on 2000-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:7.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:unixware:7.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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