MEDIUM
CVE-1999-0517
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: January 1, 1997· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
5.9
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An SNMP community name is the default (e.g. public), null, or missing.
Technical Analysis
CVE-1999-0517 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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All References (4)
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-1999-0517
CVSS Score5.9 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 1, 1997
Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-1999-0517 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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