CVE-2005-2257

Name: CVE-2005-2257
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-13T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.80%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2257 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The saveProfile function in PhpSlash 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary profiles and gain privileges by modifying the author_id parameter.. EPSS estimates a 2.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The saveProfile function in PhpSlash 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary profiles and gain privileges by modifying the author_id parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.80%

84.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Phpslash	Phpslash	0.8.0

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112076117708139&w=2
http://secunia.com/advisories/15936Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014415Exploit
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112076117708139&w=2
http://secunia.com/advisories/15936Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014415Exploit

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2257?

The saveProfile function in PhpSlash 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary profiles and gain privileges by modifying the author_id parameter.

How severe is CVE-2005-2257?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2257 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2257?

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-2005-2257?

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Source: NVD / NIST