CVE-1999-1125

CVE-1999-1125 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Oracle Http Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Oracle Webserver 2.1 and earlier runs setuid root, but the configuration file is owned by the oracle account, which allows any local or remote attacker who obtains access to the oracle account to gain privileges or modify arbitrary files by modifying the configuration file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1125?
Oracle Webserver 2.1 and earlier runs setuid root, but the configuration file is owned by the oracle account, which allows any local or remote attacker who obtains access to the oracle account to gain privileges or modify arbitrary files by modifying the configuration file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1125?
CVE-1999-1125 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-1999-1125 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1125?
CVE-1999-1125 primarily affects Oracle Http Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1125?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-1999-1125 published?
CVE-1999-1125 was published on 1997-09-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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