HIGHPOC
CVE-1999-0039
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: May 6, 1997· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
7.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
webdist CGI program (webdist.cgi) in SGI IRIX allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the distloc parameter.
Technical Analysis
CVE-1999-0039 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 proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-1999-0039. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Affected Vendors & Products
sgi1 product(s)
irix
Source: NVD CPE · 7 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
POC AVAILABLEProof-of-concept code exists
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Rapid7 / Metasploit
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NVD Detail
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CVE Program entry
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All References (10)
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http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-1997-12.htmlUS Government Resource
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http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-1997-12.htmlUS Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-1999-0039
CVSS Score7.3 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
ExploitPOC
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 6, 1997
Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-1999-0039 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.