CVE-1999-1051

Name: CVE-1999-1051
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-11-16T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-1051 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Default configuration in Matt Wright FormHandler.cgi script allows arbitrary directories to be used for attachments, and only restricts access to the /etc/ directory, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the reply_message_attach attachment parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Default configuration in Matt Wright FormHandler.cgi script allows arbitrary directories to be used for attachments, and only restricts access to the /etc/ directory, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the reply_message_attach attachment parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Matt Wright	Formhandler.Cgi	1.0
Matt Wright	Formhandler.Cgi	2.0
Matt Wright	Formhandler.Cgi	3.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/34939Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/34939Exploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1051?

How severe is CVE-1999-1051?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1051 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1051?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST