CVE-1999-1457

UnknownEPSS 1.79%

Last modified

CVE-1999-1457 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in thttpd HTTP server before 2.04-31 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long date string, which is not properly handled by the tdate_parse function.. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in thttpd HTTP server before 2.04-31 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long date string, which is not properly handled by the tdate_parse function.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.79%

75.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ThttpdThttpd Http Server<= 2.04
ThttpdThttpd Http Server<= 2.04.31
ThttpdThttpd Http Server1.90a

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1457?
Buffer overflow in thttpd HTTP server before 2.04-31 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long date string, which is not properly handled by the tdate_parse function.
How severe is CVE-1999-1457?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1457 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1457?
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