How severe is CVE-1999-1414?

CVE-1999-1414 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1414 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1414?

CVE-1999-1414 affects Ibm Netfinity Remote Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1414?

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-1999-1414 published?

CVE-1999-1414 was published on 1999-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1414

CVE-1999-1414 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Netfinity Remote Control 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: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ibm Netfinity Remote Control
Published: 1999-05-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

IBM Netfinity Remote Control allows local users to gain administrator privileges by starting programs from the process manager, which runs with system level privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1414?: IBM Netfinity Remote Control allows local users to gain administrator privileges by starting programs from the process manager, which runs with system level privileges.
How severe is CVE-1999-1414?: CVE-1999-1414 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1414 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1414?: CVE-1999-1414 affects Ibm Netfinity Remote Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1414?: 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-1999-1414 published?: CVE-1999-1414 was published on 1999-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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