How severe is CVE-1999-1061?

CVE-1999-1061 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1061 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1061?

CVE-1999-1061 affects Hp Jetdirect. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1061?

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-1999-1061 published?

CVE-1999-1061 was published on 1997-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1061

CVE-1999-1061 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Jetdirect 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Jetdirect
Published: 1997-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

HP Laserjet printers with JetDirect cards, when configured with TCP/IP, can be configured without a password, which allows remote attackers to connect to the printer and change its IP address or disable logging.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1061?: HP Laserjet printers with JetDirect cards, when configured with TCP/IP, can be configured without a password, which allows remote attackers to connect to the printer and change its IP address or disable logging.
How severe is CVE-1999-1061?: CVE-1999-1061 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1061 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1061?: CVE-1999-1061 affects Hp Jetdirect. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1061?: 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-1999-1061 published?: CVE-1999-1061 was published on 1997-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:hp:jetdirect:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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