How severe is CVE-1999-1206?

CVE-1999-1206 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1206 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1206?

CVE-1999-1206 affects Systemsoft Systemwizard. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1206?

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-1999-1206 published?

CVE-1999-1206 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1206

CVE-1999-1206 is a high-severity vulnerability in Systemsoft Systemwizard with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Systemsoft Systemwizard
Published: 1999-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SystemSoft SystemWizard package in HP Pavilion PC with Windows 98, and possibly other platforms and operating systems, installs two ActiveX controls that are marked as safe for scripting, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a malicious web page that references (1) the Launch control, or (2) the RegObj control.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1206?: SystemSoft SystemWizard package in HP Pavilion PC with Windows 98, and possibly other platforms and operating systems, installs two ActiveX controls that are marked as safe for scripting, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a malicious web page that references (1) the Launch control, or (2) the RegObj control.
How severe is CVE-1999-1206?: CVE-1999-1206 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1206 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1206?: CVE-1999-1206 affects Systemsoft Systemwizard. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1206?: 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-1999-1206 published?: CVE-1999-1206 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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