CVE-2005-4673

Name: CVE-2005-4673
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.39%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-4673 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ioFTPD 0.5.84 u responds with different messages depending on whether or not a username exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate valid usernames.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ioFTPD 0.5.84 u responds with different messages depending on whether or not a username exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate valid usernames.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.39%

68.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Inicom Networks	Ioftpd	5.8.4u

References

http://www.critical.lt/?vulnerabilities/119Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/22709
http://www.security.nnov.ru/Kdocument79.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15253
http://www.critical.lt/?vulnerabilities/119Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/22709
http://www.security.nnov.ru/Kdocument79.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15253

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-4673?

ioFTPD 0.5.84 u responds with different messages depending on whether or not a username exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate valid usernames.

How severe is CVE-2005-4673?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4673 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4673?

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