CVE-1999-1225: n/a vulnerability

CVE-1999-1225: rpc.mountd on Linux, Ultrix, and possibly other operating systems, allows remote attackers to determine the...

rpc.mountd on Linux, Ultrix, and possibly other operating systems, allows remote attackers to determine the existence of a file on the server by attempting to mount that file, which generates different error messages depending on whether the file exists or not.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 1, 2024, 17:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old information-disclosure issue in rpc.mountd. A remote party may be able to learn whether specific files exist on an affected server because mount attempts return different errors. It does not describe direct file access or code execution, but it can help reconnaissance against exposed NFS-related services. Most likely exposure is legacy Linux, Ultrix, or similar systems running rpc.mountd/NFS where mount services are reachable outside trusted administrative networks. Modern systems may be unaffected or already patched, but the source bundle does not confirm fixed versions. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected NFS services are externally reachable. Prioritize Internet-facing or partner-facing systems first because the issue supports reconnaissance and may reveal sensitive file naming or presence. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running rpc.mountd or NFS mount services.; Restrict rpc.mountd/NFS access to trusted hosts and networks only.; Disable rpc.mountd/NFS where it is not operationally required..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 09:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 12, 2001, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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mountd-file-exists(347)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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