How severe is CVE-1999-1071?

CVE-1999-1071 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1071 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1071?

CVE-1999-1071 affects Excite Ews. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1071?

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-1999-1071 published?

CVE-1999-1071 was published on 1998-11-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1071

CVE-1999-1071 is a high-severity vulnerability in Excite Ews 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: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Excite Ews
Published: 1998-11-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Excite for Web Servers (EWS) 1.1 installs the Architext.conf authentication file with world-writeable permissions, which allows local users to gain access to Excite accounts by modifying the file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1071?: Excite for Web Servers (EWS) 1.1 installs the Architext.conf authentication file with world-writeable permissions, which allows local users to gain access to Excite accounts by modifying the file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1071?: CVE-1999-1071 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1071 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1071?: CVE-1999-1071 affects Excite Ews. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1071?: 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-1999-1071 published?: CVE-1999-1071 was published on 1998-11-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:excite:ews:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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