CVE-2005-1851
10.0 · HIGHA certain contributed script for ekg Gadu Gadu client 1.5 and earlier allows attackers to execute shell commands via unknown attack vectors.
Overview
CVE-2005-1851 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ekg ekg. It was published on July 19, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
A certain contributed script for ekg Gadu Gadu client 1.5 and earlier allows attackers to execute shell commands via unknown attack vectors.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ekg. Update ekg to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2005-1851?
CVE-2005-1851 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ekg ekg. It was published on July 19, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2005-1851?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2005-1851?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ekg. Update ekg to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2005-1851?
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