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CVE-1999-1259

UnknownEPSS 2.19%

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CVE-1999-1259 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Office 98, Macintosh Edition, does not properly initialize the disk space used by Office 98 files and effectively inserts data from previously deleted files into the Office file, which could allow attackers to obtain sensitive information.. EPSS estimates a 2.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Office 98, Macintosh Edition, does not properly initialize the disk space used by Office 98 files and effectively inserts data from previously deleted files into the Office file, which could allow attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.19%

80.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftOffice98

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1259?
Microsoft Office 98, Macintosh Edition, does not properly initialize the disk space used by Office 98 files and effectively inserts data from previously deleted files into the Office file, which could allow attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-1999-1259?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1259 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1259?
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