CVE-1999-1294

Name: CVE-1999-1294
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.73%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-1294 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Office Shortcut Bar (OSB) in Windows 3.51 enables backup and restore permissions, which are inherited by programs such as File Manager that are started from the Shortcut Bar, which could allow local users to read folders for which they do not have permission.. EPSS estimates a 1.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Office Shortcut Bar (OSB) in Windows 3.51 enables backup and restore permissions, which are inherited by programs such as File Manager that are started from the Shortcut Bar, which could allow local users to read folders for which they do not have permission.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.73%

74.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows Nt	3.51

References

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q146/6/04.aspPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/562
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q146/6/04.aspPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/562

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 1999
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1294?

How severe is CVE-1999-1294?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1294 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1294?

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