Vulnerability Description
When IIS is run with a default language of Chinese, Korean, or Japanese, it allows a remote attacker to view the source code of certain files, a.k.a. "Double Byte Code Page".
CVSS Score
7.1
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Information Server | 3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ233335
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/477Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-02
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2302Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ233335
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/477Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/1999/ms99-02
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2302Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0725?
CVE-1999-0725 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). When IIS is run with a default language of Chinese, Korean, or Japanese, it allows a remote attacker to view the source code of certain files, a.k.a. "Double Byte Code Page".
How severe is CVE-1999-0725?
CVE-1999-0725 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0725?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Information Server.