Is CVE-1999-0113 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-1999-0113, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-1999-0113 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-1999-0113 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-1999-0113?

CVE-1999-0113 has a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-1999-0113

CWE-88Published: May 23, 1994· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

10.0

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Some implementations of rlogin allow root access if given a -froot parameter.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-1999-0113 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-1999-0113. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.