CVE-1999-1005

Novell Groupwi — NVD-CWE-Other

EPSS 0.01704
  • Published: 1999-12-19T05:00:00.000
  • Last modified: 2025-04-03T01:03:51.193
  • Vendors: Novell
  • Products: Groupwi
  • CWE: NVD-CWE-Other

CVE-1999-1005 — Groupwise web server GWWEB.EXE allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files with .htm extensions via a .. (dot dot) attack using the HELP parameter. [Weakness: NVD-CWE-Other]

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EPSS: n/a   |   KEV: not listed

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Groupwise web server GWWEB.EXE allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files with .htm extensions via a .. (dot dot) attack using the HELP parameter.

🧠 Explainer: What this vulnerability means

Summary: A flaw in Groupwi from Novell (CWE: unspecified) can be exploited.

Impact: It may allow privilege escalation, data exposure, or service interruption.

Mitigation: Prioritize patching and consider temporary workarounds documented by the vendor.

CWE: NVD-CWE-Other
Novell Groupwi

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