CVE-1999-0983

Name: CVE-1999-0983
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-11-09T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.74%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-0983 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Whois Internic Lookup program whois.cgi allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell metacharacters in the domain entry.. EPSS estimates a 2.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Whois Internic Lookup program whois.cgi allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell metacharacters in the domain entry.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.74%

84.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Internic	Whois Lookup	1.0

References

Timeline

Published: Nov 9, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-0983?

Whois Internic Lookup program whois.cgi allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell metacharacters in the domain entry.

How severe is CVE-1999-0983?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0983 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0983?

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-1999-0983?

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Source: NVD / NIST