How severe is CVE-2005-0501?

CVE-2005-0501 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0501 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0501?

CVE-2005-0501 affects Digipen Institute Of Technology Bontago. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0501?

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-2005-0501 published?

CVE-2005-0501 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0501

CVE-2005-0501 is a high-severity vulnerability in Digipen Institute Of Technology Bontago 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Digipen Institute Of Technology Bontago
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Bontago 1.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long nickname.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0501?: Buffer overflow in Bontago 1.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long nickname.
How severe is CVE-2005-0501?: CVE-2005-0501 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0501 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0501?: CVE-2005-0501 affects Digipen Institute Of Technology Bontago. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0501?: 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-2005-0501 published?: CVE-2005-0501 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:digipen_institute_of_technology:bontago:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*