CVE-1999-0940

Name: CVE-1999-0940
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-09-27T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.66%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-0940 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in mutt mail client allows remote attackers to execute commands via malformed MIME messages.. EPSS estimates a 2.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in mutt mail client allows remote attackers to execute commands via malformed MIME messages.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.66%

83.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mutt	Mutt Mail Client	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 27, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-0940?

Buffer overflow in mutt mail client allows remote attackers to execute commands via malformed MIME messages.

How severe is CVE-1999-0940?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0940 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0940?

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-1999-0940?

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Source: NVD / NIST