Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This old issue concerns a Microsoft IIS and Site Server sample file, code.asp, that could let a remote attacker read files from the server. The bundle does not identify exact affected versions or a CVSS score. Business risk depends on whether legacy systems still expose this sample file.
Executive priority
Prioritize if any legacy Microsoft web servers remain internet-facing. The issue is old, but remote file disclosure can expose credentials, configuration, or source code if the vulnerable sample is still present.
Technical view
CVE-1999-0738 describes arbitrary file read through the code.asp sample file in IIS and Site Server. The provided data lists Microsoft MS99-013 as the vendor advisory but gives no CPEs, versions, CWE, CVSS, or confirmed patch details. KEV is false.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on legacy IIS or Site Server installations where sample files remain deployed and reachable from untrusted networks. The provided affected-product data is incomplete, so teams should verify against Microsoft MS99-013 and local asset inventories.
Exploitation context
The CVE describes remote file read capability, which can disclose sensitive server files. The provided sources do not show active exploitation, and the CVE is not listed as KEV in the bundle.
Researcher notes
The bundle is sparse: no exact versions, CVSS, CWE, CPEs, or patch mechanics are provided. Treat Microsoft MS99-013 as the authoritative remediation source and avoid assuming modern IIS versions are affected without evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Review Microsoft MS99-013 for affected configurations and corrective guidance.
- Remove or block public access to unnecessary IIS and Site Server sample files.
- Check specifically for exposed code.asp on legacy web servers.
- Retire or isolate unsupported IIS and Site Server systems where practical.
Validation and detection
- Inventory any remaining IIS and Site Server deployments.
- Search approved web roots for code.asp and other deployed sample files.
- Confirm externally reachable paths do not expose the sample file.
- Document any affected legacy systems and remediation status.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Unknown
- CVSS
- Not scored
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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CVSS and timeline data
No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS99-013CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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