CVE-1999-1474

UnknownEPSS 9.37%

Last modified

CVE-1999-1474 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PowerPoint 95 and 97 allows remote attackers to cause an application to be run automatically without prompting the user, possibly through the slide show, when the document is opened in browsers such as Internet Explorer.. EPSS estimates a 9.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PowerPoint 95 and 97 allows remote attackers to cause an application to be run automatically without prompting the user, possibly through the slide show, when the document is opened in browsers such as Internet Explorer.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
9.37%

94.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftPowerpoint95
MicrosoftPowerpoint97

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1474?
PowerPoint 95 and 97 allows remote attackers to cause an application to be run automatically without prompting the user, possibly through the slide show, when the document is opened in browsers such as Internet Explorer.
How severe is CVE-1999-1474?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1474 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1474?
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