CVE-1999-1206: SystemSoft SystemWizard package in HP Pavilion PC with Windows 98, and possibly other platforms and operating systems, i

UNKNOWN

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:52.978Z

Summary

SystemSoft SystemWizard package in HP Pavilion PC with Windows 98, and possibly other platforms and operating systems, installs two ActiveX controls that are marked as safe for scripting, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a malicious web page that references (1) the Launch control, or (2) the RegObj control.

Why It Matters

UNKNOWN severity with CVSS n/a.

Risks left unpatched can lead to remote code execution, data exposure or lateral movement — verify exposure against the affected software below.

Current Status

  • Vulnerability status: Not listed in CISA KEV
  • Last intelligence update: 2026-08-21 · source: NVD

Entity Activity Timeline

  1. 2026-08-21 — Intelligence record updated(NVD sync)

No recorded activity beyond NVD publication and sync updates.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:52.978Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

Sources & Evidence

6 reference(s) · attribution: NVD

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