CVE-1999-1377

Name: CVE-1999-1377
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 1999-09-09T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.08%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-1999-1377 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Matt Wright's download.cgi 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the f parameter.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Matt Wright's download.cgi 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the f parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.08%

79.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Matt Wright	Download.Cgi	1.0

References

http://pulhas.org/phrack/55/P55-07.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://pulhas.org/phrack/55/P55-07.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1377?

Matt Wright's download.cgi 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the f parameter.

How severe is CVE-1999-1377?

Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1377 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1377?

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-1999-1377?

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Source: NVD / NIST