CVE-1999-0912

Name: CVE-1999-0912
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-09-22T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-0912 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. FreeBSD VFS cache (vfs_cache) allows local users to cause a denial of service by opening a large number of files.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

FreeBSD VFS cache (vfs_cache) allows local users to cause a denial of service by opening a large number of files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.57%

43.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.0
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.1
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.2

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 22, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-0912?

FreeBSD VFS cache (vfs_cache) allows local users to cause a denial of service by opening a large number of files.

How severe is CVE-1999-0912?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0912 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0912?

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-1999-0912?

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Source: NVD / NIST