CVE-1999-1483

CVE-1999-1483 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Svgalib with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in zgv in svgalib 1.2.10 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long HOME environment variable.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1483?
Buffer overflow in zgv in svgalib 1.2.10 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long HOME environment variable.
How severe is CVE-1999-1483?
CVE-1999-1483 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-1483 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-1999-1483?
CVE-1999-1483 affects Svgalib. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1483?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1483 published?
CVE-1999-1483 was published on 1997-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)