How severe is CVE-1999-1198?

CVE-1999-1198 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1198 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1198?

CVE-1999-1198 affects Next. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1198?

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-1999-1198 published?

CVE-1999-1198 was published on 1990-10-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1198

CVE-1999-1198 is a high-severity vulnerability in Next 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% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Next
Published: 1990-10-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

BuildDisk program on NeXT systems before 2.0 does not prompt users for the root password, which allows local users to gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1198?: BuildDisk program on NeXT systems before 2.0 does not prompt users for the root password, which allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-1999-1198?: CVE-1999-1198 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1198 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1198?: CVE-1999-1198 affects Next. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1198?: 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-1999-1198 published?: CVE-1999-1198 was published on 1990-10-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:next:next:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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