CVE-2005-0577

Name: CVE-2005-0577
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-05-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.28%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0577 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted BDF font files.. EPSS estimates a 2.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted BDF font files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.28%

80.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dna	Mkbold-Mkitalic	<= 0.06_1

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/14398Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.freshports.org/x11-fonts/mkbold-mkitalic/Patch
http://www.vuxml.org/freebsd/32d4f0f1-85c3-11d9-b6dc-0007e900f747.htmlVendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/14398Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.freshports.org/x11-fonts/mkbold-mkitalic/Patch
http://www.vuxml.org/freebsd/32d4f0f1-85c3-11d9-b6dc-0007e900f747.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 2, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0577?

Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted BDF font files.

How severe is CVE-2005-0577?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0577 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0577?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0577?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST