CVE-1999-0842

Name: CVE-1999-0842
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-11-29T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.47%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-0842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec Mail-Gear 1.0 web interface server allows remote users to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.. EPSS estimates a 7.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec Mail-Gear 1.0 web interface server allows remote users to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.47%

93.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec	Mail-Gear	1.0

References

Timeline

Published: Nov 29, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-0842?

Symantec Mail-Gear 1.0 web interface server allows remote users to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.

How severe is CVE-1999-0842?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0842?

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-1999-0842?

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Source: NVD / NIST