How severe is CVE-1999-1576?

CVE-1999-1576 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-1999-1576 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 13% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-1999-1576?

CVE-1999-1576 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1576?

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-1999-1576 published?

CVE-1999-1576 was published on 1999-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-1999-1576

CVE-1999-1576 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 13% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 13% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Adobe Acrobat Reader
Published: 1999-09-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat ActiveX control (pdf.ocx, PDF.PdfCtrl.1) 1.3.188 for Acrobat Reader 4.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the pdf.setview method.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1576?: Buffer overflow in Adobe Acrobat ActiveX control (pdf.ocx, PDF.PdfCtrl.1) 1.3.188 for Acrobat Reader 4.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the pdf.setview method.
How severe is CVE-1999-1576?: CVE-1999-1576 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1576 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 13% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1576?: CVE-1999-1576 affects Adobe Acrobat Reader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1576?: 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-1999-1576 published?: CVE-1999-1576 was published on 1999-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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