CVE-2005-4695

Name: CVE-2005-4695
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.75%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-4695 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec Brightmail AntiSpam 6.0 build 1 and 2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bmserver component termination) via malformed MIME messages.. EPSS estimates a 2.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec Brightmail AntiSpam 6.0 build 1 and 2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bmserver component termination) via malformed MIME messages.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.75%

84.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec	Brightmail Antispam	6.0
Symantec	Brightmail Antispam	6.0.1
Symantec	Brightmail Antispam	6.0.2

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-4695?

Symantec Brightmail AntiSpam 6.0 build 1 and 2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (bmserver component termination) via malformed MIME messages.

How severe is CVE-2005-4695?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4695 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4695?

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-2005-4695?

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Source: NVD / NIST