CVE-2005-0763

Name: CVE-2005-0763
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-05-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.47%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0763 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Midnight Commander (mc) 4.5.55 and earlier may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in Midnight Commander (mc) 4.5.55 and earlier may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.47%

37.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Midnight Commander	Midnight Commander	<= 4.5.55

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-698Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-512.html
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-698Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-512.html

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0763?

Buffer overflow in Midnight Commander (mc) 4.5.55 and earlier may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2005-0763?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0763 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0763?

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-2005-0763?

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Source: NVD / NIST