CVE-1999-1377

CVE-1999-1377 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Matt Wright Download.cgi with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Matt Wright's download.cgi 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the f parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1377?
Matt Wright's download.cgi 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the f parameter.
How severe is CVE-1999-1377?
CVE-1999-1377 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-1377 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1377?
CVE-1999-1377 affects Matt Wright Download.cgi. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1377?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1377 published?
CVE-1999-1377 was published on 1999-09-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)