How severe is CVE-1999-1294?

CVE-1999-1294 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-1999-1294 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1294?

CVE-1999-1294 affects Microsoft Windows Nt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1294?

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

When was CVE-1999-1294 published?

CVE-1999-1294 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1294

CVE-1999-1294 is a low-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Nt with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Nt
Published: 1999-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Office Shortcut Bar (OSB) in Windows 3.51 enables backup and restore permissions, which are inherited by programs such as File Manager that are started from the Shortcut Bar, which could allow local users to read folders for which they do not have permission.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1294?: Office Shortcut Bar (OSB) in Windows 3.51 enables backup and restore permissions, which are inherited by programs such as File Manager that are started from the Shortcut Bar, which could allow local users to read folders for which they do not have permission.
How severe is CVE-1999-1294?: CVE-1999-1294 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-1999-1294 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1294?: CVE-1999-1294 affects Microsoft Windows Nt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1294?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1294 published?: CVE-1999-1294 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_nt:3.51:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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