CVE-2005-2255

Name: CVE-2005-2255
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-13T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.51%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in PhpAuction 2.5 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files, include local PHP files, or obtain sensitive path information via ".." sequences in the lan parameter to (1) index.php or (2) admin/index.php.. EPSS estimates a 1.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in PhpAuction 2.5 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files, include local PHP files, or obtain sensitive path information via ".." sequences in the lan parameter to (1) index.php or (2) admin/index.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.51%

71.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gianluca Baldo	Phpauction	2.5

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/15967
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014423Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/15967
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014423Exploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 13, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2255?

How severe is CVE-2005-2255?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2255?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST