HIGH
CVE-1999-0012
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: February 6, 1998· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
7.0
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Some web servers under Microsoft Windows allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions for files with long file names.
Technical Analysis
CVE-1999-0012 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 7.0.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-1999-0012
CVSS Score7.0 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedFeb 6, 1998
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-1999-0012 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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