CVE-2005-3265

Name: CVE-2005-3265
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-10-27T10:02:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.87%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-3265 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 through 1.4.x.83 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) callto:// and (2) skype:// links, or (3) a non-standard VCARD, possibly due to an underlying error in the SysUtils.WideFmtStr Delphi routine.. EPSS estimates a 5.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 through 1.4.x.83 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) callto:// and (2) skype:// links, or (3) a non-standard VCARD, possibly due to an underlying error in the SysUtils.WideFmtStr Delphi routine.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.87%

92.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.1.0.61
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.1.0.73
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.1.0.79
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.2.0.0
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.2.0.37
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.2.0.41
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.2.0.46
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.45
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.48
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.51
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.54
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.55
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.57
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.60
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.3.0.66
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.4.0.71
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.4.0.78
Skype Technologies	Skype	1.4.0.83

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/17305/
http://skype.com/security/skype-sb-2005-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/668193US Government Resource
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/930345US Government Resource
http://www.pentest.co.uk/documents/ptl-2005-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15190
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2197
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22848
http://secunia.com/advisories/17305/
http://skype.com/security/skype-sb-2005-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/668193US Government Resource
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/930345US Government Resource
http://www.pentest.co.uk/documents/ptl-2005-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15190
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2197
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22848

Timeline

Published: Oct 27, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-3265?

How severe is CVE-2005-3265?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-3265 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3265?

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