CVE-1999-1478

UnknownEPSS 15.04%

Last modified

CVE-1999-1478 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Sun HotSpot Performance Engine VM allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service on any server running HotSpot via a URL that includes the [ character.. EPSS estimates a 15.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Sun HotSpot Performance Engine VM allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service on any server running HotSpot via a URL that includes the [ character.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
15.04%

96.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftInternet Information Server3.0
MicrosoftInternet Information Server4.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1478?
The Sun HotSpot Performance Engine VM allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service on any server running HotSpot via a URL that includes the [ character.
How severe is CVE-1999-1478?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1478 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1478?
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-1999-1478?

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Source: NVD / NIST