How severe is CVE-1999-1225?

CVE-1999-1225 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-1999-1225 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1225?

CVE-1999-1225 primarily affects Digital Ultrix. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1225?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-1999-1225 published?

CVE-1999-1225 was published on 1997-08-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1225

CVE-1999-1225 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Digital Ultrix with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Digital Ultrix
Published: 1997-08-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

rpc.mountd on Linux, Ultrix, and possibly other operating systems, allows remote attackers to determine the existence of a file on the server by attempting to mount that file, which generates different error messages depending on whether the file exists or not.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1225?: rpc.mountd on Linux, Ultrix, and possibly other operating systems, allows remote attackers to determine the existence of a file on the server by attempting to mount that file, which generates different error messages depending on whether the file exists or not.
How severe is CVE-1999-1225?: CVE-1999-1225 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-1225 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1225?: CVE-1999-1225 primarily affects Digital Ultrix. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1225?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1225 published?: CVE-1999-1225 was published on 1997-08-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:digital:ultrix:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.6.20.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:netbsd:netbsd:2.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:openbsd:openbsd:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:solaris:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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CVE-1999-0046 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): Buffer overflow of rlogin program using TERM environmental variable.
CVE-1999-1032 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): Vulnerability in LAT/Telnet Gateway (lattelnet) on Ultrix 4.1 and 4.2 allows attackers to gain root privileges.
CVE-1999-0170 — High (CVSS 7.5): Remote attackers can mount an NFS file system in Ultrix or OSF, even if it is denied on the access list.
CVE-2002-1128 — High (CVSS 7.2): Buffer overflow in inc mail utility for Compaq Tru64/OSF1 3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long…
CVE-1999-1194 — High (CVSS 7.2): chroot in Digital Ultrix 4.1 and 4.0 is insecurely installed, which allows local users to gain privileges.
CVE-1999-1415 — Medium (CVSS 4.6): Vulnerability in /usr/bin/mail in DEC ULTRIX before 4.2 allows local users to gain privileges.

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