CVE-1999-1029

CVE-1999-1029 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ssh Ssh2 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

SSH server (sshd2) before 2.0.12 does not properly record login attempts if the connection is closed before the maximum number of tries, allowing a remote attacker to guess the password without showing up in the audit logs.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1029?
SSH server (sshd2) before 2.0.12 does not properly record login attempts if the connection is closed before the maximum number of tries, allowing a remote attacker to guess the password without showing up in the audit logs.
How severe is CVE-1999-1029?
CVE-1999-1029 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1029 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1029?
CVE-1999-1029 primarily affects Ssh Ssh2. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1029?
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-1999-1029 published?
CVE-1999-1029 was published on 1999-05-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

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