CVE-2005-0390

CVE-2005-0390 is a high-severity vulnerability in Axel 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

Description

Buffer overflow in the HTTP redirection capability in conn.c for Axel before 1.0b may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0390?
Buffer overflow in the HTTP redirection capability in conn.c for Axel before 1.0b may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2005-0390?
CVE-2005-0390 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0390 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0390?
CVE-2005-0390 affects Axel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0390?
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-2005-0390 published?
CVE-2005-0390 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)