How severe is CVE-2005-0562?

CVE-2005-0562 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0562 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 23% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0562?

CVE-2005-0562 affects Microsoft Msn Messenger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0562?

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-2005-0562 published?

CVE-2005-0562 was published on 2005-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0562

CVE-2005-0562 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Msn Messenger with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 23% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 23% (97th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Msn Messenger
Published: 2005-04-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0562?: GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.
How severe is CVE-2005-0562?: CVE-2005-0562 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0562 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 23% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0562?: CVE-2005-0562 affects Microsoft Msn Messenger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0562?: 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-2005-0562 published?: CVE-2005-0562 was published on 2005-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:msn_messenger:6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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