How severe is CVE-1999-1307?

CVE-1999-1307 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1307 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1307?

CVE-1999-1307 affects Novell Unixware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1307?

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-1999-1307 published?

CVE-1999-1307 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1307

CVE-1999-1307 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Unixware 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% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Novell Unixware
Published: 1999-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerability in urestore in Novell UnixWare 1.1 allows local users to gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1307?: Vulnerability in urestore in Novell UnixWare 1.1 allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-1999-1307?: CVE-1999-1307 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1307 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1307?: CVE-1999-1307 affects Novell Unixware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1307?: 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-1999-1307 published?: CVE-1999-1307 was published on 1999-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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