How severe is CVE-2005-0016?

CVE-2005-0016 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0016 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0016?

CVE-2005-0016 affects Gatos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0016?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2005-0016 published?

CVE-2005-0016 was published on 2005-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0016

CVE-2005-0016 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gatos with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (39th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gatos
Published: 2005-04-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in the exported_display function in xatitv in gatos before 0.0.5 allows local users to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0016?: Buffer overflow in the exported_display function in xatitv in gatos before 0.0.5 allows local users to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2005-0016?: CVE-2005-0016 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0016 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0016?: CVE-2005-0016 affects Gatos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0016?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-0016 published?: CVE-2005-0016 was published on 2005-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gatos:gatos:0.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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