CVE-2005-2271

Name: CVE-2005-2271
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-13T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.47%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2271 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. iCab 2.9.8 does not clearly associate a Javascript dialog box with the web page that generated it, which allows remote attackers to spoof a dialog box from a trusted site and facilitates phishing attacks, aka the "Dialog Origin Spoofing Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

iCab 2.9.8 does not clearly associate a Javascript dialog box with the web page that generated it, which allows remote attackers to spoof a dialog box from a trusted site and facilitates phishing attacks, aka the "Dialog Origin Spoofing Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.47%

70.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Alexander Clauss	Icab	2.9.8

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/15477Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/multiple_browsers_dialog_origin_vulnerability_test/Exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/15477Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/multiple_browsers_dialog_origin_vulnerability_test/Exploit

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2271?

How severe is CVE-2005-2271?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2271 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2271?

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