How severe is CVE-1999-1260?

CVE-1999-1260 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1260 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1260?

CVE-1999-1260 affects Hughes Msql. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1260?

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-1999-1260 published?

CVE-1999-1260 was published on 1999-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1260

CVE-1999-1260 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hughes Msql 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: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hughes Msql
Published: 1999-02-15
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

mSQL (Mini SQL) 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive server information such as logged users, database names, and server version via the ServerStats query.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1260?: mSQL (Mini SQL) 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive server information such as logged users, database names, and server version via the ServerStats query.
How severe is CVE-1999-1260?: CVE-1999-1260 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1260 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1260?: CVE-1999-1260 affects Hughes Msql. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1260?: 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-1999-1260 published?: CVE-1999-1260 was published on 1999-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:hughes:msql:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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