CVE-1999-1105

CVE-1999-1105 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 95 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 22% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Windows 95, when Remote Administration and File Sharing for NetWare Networks is enabled, creates a share (C$) when an administrator logs in remotely, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by mapping the network drive.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1105?
Windows 95, when Remote Administration and File Sharing for NetWare Networks is enabled, creates a share (C$) when an administrator logs in remotely, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by mapping the network drive.
How severe is CVE-1999-1105?
CVE-1999-1105 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-1105 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 22% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1105?
CVE-1999-1105 affects Microsoft Windows 95. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1105?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1105 published?
CVE-1999-1105 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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