CVE-2005-3154

Name: CVE-2005-3154
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-10-05T23:02:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.55%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-3154 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the logging functionality in BitDefender AntiVirus 7.2 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in file or directory name.. EPSS estimates a 3.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in the logging functionality in BitDefender AntiVirus 7.2 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in file or directory name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.55%

87.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-134

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Softwin	Bitdefender	7.2
Softwin	Bitdefender	8.0
Softwin	Bitdefender	9.0

References

http://kb.bitdefender.com/KB261-en--Filename-Format-String-Vulnerability.htmlBroken Link
http://secunia.com/advisories/16991Permissions Required
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/45Third Party Advisory
http://shadock.net/secubox/BitDefenderLoggingFunc.htmlBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14968Third Party Advisory
http://kb.bitdefender.com/KB261-en--Filename-Format-String-Vulnerability.htmlBroken Link
http://secunia.com/advisories/16991Permissions Required
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/45Third Party Advisory
http://shadock.net/secubox/BitDefenderLoggingFunc.htmlBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14968Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 5, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-3154?

How severe is CVE-2005-3154?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-3154 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3154?

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-2005-3154?

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Source: NVD / NIST