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CVE-2005-2817

UnknownEPSS 1.55%

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CVE-2005-2817 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1-0-5 and earlier supports the use of URLs for avatar images, which allows remote attackers to monitor sensitive information of forum visitors such as IP address and user agent, as demonstrated using a PHP script on a malicious server.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1-0-5 and earlier supports the use of URLs for avatar images, which allows remote attackers to monitor sensitive information of forum visitors such as IP address and user agent, as demonstrated using a PHP script on a malicious server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.55%

71.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Simple MachinesSimple Machines Forum1.0.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2817?
Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1-0-5 and earlier supports the use of URLs for avatar images, which allows remote attackers to monitor sensitive information of forum visitors such as IP address and user agent, as demonstrated using a PHP script on a malicious server.
How severe is CVE-2005-2817?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2817 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2817?
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