CVE-1999-1185

CVE-1999-1185 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sco Cmw 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

Description

Buffer overflow in SCO mscreen allows local users to gain root privileges via a long terminal entry (TERM) in the .mscreenrc file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1185?
Buffer overflow in SCO mscreen allows local users to gain root privileges via a long terminal entry (TERM) in the .mscreenrc file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1185?
CVE-1999-1185 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1185 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1185?
CVE-1999-1185 primarily affects Sco Cmw. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1185?
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-1999-1185 published?
CVE-1999-1185 was published on 1998-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)