How severe is CVE-1999-1560?

CVE-1999-1560 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1560 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1560?

CVE-1999-1560 affects Tamu Tiger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1560?

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-1999-1560 published?

CVE-1999-1560 was published on 1999-07-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1560

CVE-1999-1560 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tamu Tiger 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% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Tamu Tiger
Published: 1999-07-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerability in a script in Texas A&M University (TAMU) Tiger allows local users to execute arbitrary commands as the Tiger user, usually root.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1560?: Vulnerability in a script in Texas A&M University (TAMU) Tiger allows local users to execute arbitrary commands as the Tiger user, usually root.
How severe is CVE-1999-1560?: CVE-1999-1560 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1560 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1560?: CVE-1999-1560 affects Tamu Tiger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1560?: 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-1999-1560 published?: CVE-1999-1560 was published on 1999-07-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:tamu:tiger:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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