How severe is CVE-1999-1561?

CVE-1999-1561 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1561 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-1999-1561?

CVE-1999-1561 affects Nullsoft Shoutcast Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1561?

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-1999-1561 published?

CVE-1999-1561 was published on 1999-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1561

CVE-1999-1561 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nullsoft Shoutcast Server 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: Nullsoft Shoutcast Server
Published: 1999-08-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Nullsoft SHOUTcast server stores the administrative password in plaintext in a configuration file (sc_serv.conf), which could allow a local user to gain administrative privileges on the server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1561?: Nullsoft SHOUTcast server stores the administrative password in plaintext in a configuration file (sc_serv.conf), which could allow a local user to gain administrative privileges on the server.
How severe is CVE-1999-1561?: CVE-1999-1561 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1561 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-1999-1561?: CVE-1999-1561 affects Nullsoft Shoutcast Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1561?: 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-1999-1561 published?: CVE-1999-1561 was published on 1999-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/24852

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:nullsoft:shoutcast_server:1.9.7:*:win32:*:*:*:*:*

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