How severe is CVE-2005-0226?

CVE-2005-0226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0226 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0226?

CVE-2005-0226 affects Ngircd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0226?

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-2005-0226 published?

CVE-2005-0226 was published on 2005-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0226

CVE-2005-0226 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ngircd with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 10% (95th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ngircd
Published: 2005-02-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in the Log_Resolver function in log.c for ngIRCd 0.8.2 and earlier, when compiled with IDENT, logging to SYSLOG, and with DEBUG enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0226?: Format string vulnerability in the Log_Resolver function in log.c for ngIRCd 0.8.2 and earlier, when compiled with IDENT, logging to SYSLOG, and with DEBUG enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2005-0226?: CVE-2005-0226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0226 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0226?: CVE-2005-0226 affects Ngircd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0226?: 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-2005-0226 published?: CVE-2005-0226 was published on 2005-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ngircd:ngircd:0.8.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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