CVE-1999-0703

Name: CVE-1999-0703
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-08-03T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-0703 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenBSD, BSDI, and other Unix operating systems allow users to set chflags and fchflags on character and block devices.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

OpenBSD, BSDI, and other Unix operating systems allow users to set chflags and fchflags on character and block devices.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.28%

19.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Bsdi	Bsd Os	3.2
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.2
Openbsd	Openbsd	2.5

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 3, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-0703?

OpenBSD, BSDI, and other Unix operating systems allow users to set chflags and fchflags on character and block devices.

How severe is CVE-1999-0703?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0703 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0703?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-1999-0703?

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Source: NVD / NIST