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CVE-1999-1263

UnknownEPSS 0.98%

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CVE-1999-1263 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Metamail before 2.7-7.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via an e-mail message containing a uuencoded attachment that specifies the full pathname for the file to be modified, which is processed by uuencode in Metamail scripts such as sun-audio-file.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Metamail before 2.7-7.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via an e-mail message containing a uuencoded attachment that specifies the full pathname for the file to be modified, which is processed by uuencode in Metamail scripts such as sun-audio-file.

Metrics

CVSS 3.0
/10
EPSS Probability
0.98%

57.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Metamail CorporationMetamail<= 2.7

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1263?
Metamail before 2.7-7.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via an e-mail message containing a uuencoded attachment that specifies the full pathname for the file to be modified, which is processed by uuencode in Metamail scripts such as sun-audio-file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1263?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1263 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1263?
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