How severe is CVE-1999-1244?

CVE-1999-1244 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1244 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1244?

CVE-1999-1244 primarily affects Darren Reed Ipfilter. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1244?

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-1999-1244 published?

CVE-1999-1244 was published on 1999-04-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1244

CVE-1999-1244 is a high-severity vulnerability in Darren Reed Ipfilter 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% (25th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Darren Reed Ipfilter
Published: 1999-04-15
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

IPFilter 3.2.3 through 3.2.10 allows local users to modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the saved output file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1244?: IPFilter 3.2.3 through 3.2.10 allows local users to modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the saved output file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1244?: CVE-1999-1244 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1244 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1244?: CVE-1999-1244 primarily affects Darren Reed Ipfilter. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1244?: 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-1999-1244 published?: CVE-1999-1244 was published on 1999-04-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:darren_reed:ipfilter:3.2.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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