How severe is CVE-2005-0498?

CVE-2005-0498 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0498 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0498?

CVE-2005-0498 primarily affects Gigafast Ethernet Gigafast Router. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0498?

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-2005-0498 published?

CVE-2005-0498 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0498

CVE-2005-0498 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gigafast Ethernet Gigafast Router 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gigafast Ethernet Gigafast Router
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the login page via a direct request to backup.cfg, which reveals the administrator password in plaintext.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0498?: Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the login page via a direct request to backup.cfg, which reveals the administrator password in plaintext.
How severe is CVE-2005-0498?: CVE-2005-0498 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0498 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0498?: CVE-2005-0498 primarily affects Gigafast Ethernet Gigafast Router. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0498?: 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-2005-0498 published?: CVE-2005-0498 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:h:gigafast_ethernet:gigafast_router:ee400-r:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:gigafast_ethernet:gigafast_router:ee410-r:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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