How severe is CVE-1999-0985?

CVE-1999-0985 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-0985 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-0985?

CVE-1999-0985 affects Cc Cc Whois. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0985?

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-1999-0985 published?

CVE-1999-0985 was published on 1999-11-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-0985

CVE-1999-0985 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cc Cc Whois 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 9% (95th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cc Cc Whois
Published: 1999-11-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

CC Whois program whois.cgi allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell metacharacters in the domain entry.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0985?: CC Whois program whois.cgi allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell metacharacters in the domain entry.
How severe is CVE-1999-0985?: CVE-1999-0985 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0985 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0985?: CVE-1999-0985 affects Cc Cc Whois. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0985?: 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-1999-0985 published?: CVE-1999-0985 was published on 1999-11-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0985

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cc:cc_whois:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*