How severe is CVE-1999-1312?

CVE-1999-1312 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1312 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1312?

CVE-1999-1312 primarily affects Dec Dec Openvms Axp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1312?

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-1999-1312 published?

CVE-1999-1312 was published on 1993-02-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1312

CVE-1999-1312 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dec Dec Openvms Axp 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% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Dec Dec Openvms Axp
Published: 1993-02-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerability in DEC OpenVMS VAX 5.5-2 through 5.0, and OpenVMS AXP 1.0, allows local users to gain system privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1312?: Vulnerability in DEC OpenVMS VAX 5.5-2 through 5.0, and OpenVMS AXP 1.0, allows local users to gain system privileges.
How severe is CVE-1999-1312?: CVE-1999-1312 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1312 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1312?: CVE-1999-1312 primarily affects Dec Dec Openvms Axp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1312?: 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-1999-1312 published?: CVE-1999-1312 was published on 1993-02-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:dec:dec_openvms_axp:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:dec:dec_openvms_vax:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*