How severe is CVE-2005-0601?

CVE-2005-0601 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0601 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0601?

CVE-2005-0601 primarily affects Cisco Application And Content Networking Software. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0601?

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-2005-0601 published?

CVE-2005-0601 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0601

CVE-2005-0601 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Application And Content Networking Software 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: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cisco Application And Content Networking Software
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cisco devices running Application and Content Networking System (ACNS) 4.x, 5.0, 5.1, or 5.2 use a default password when the setup dialog has not been run, which allows remote attackers to gain access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0601?: Cisco devices running Application and Content Networking System (ACNS) 4.x, 5.0, 5.1, or 5.2 use a default password when the setup dialog has not been run, which allows remote attackers to gain access.
How severe is CVE-2005-0601?: CVE-2005-0601 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0601 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0601?: CVE-2005-0601 primarily affects Cisco Application And Content Networking Software. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0601?: 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-2005-0601 published?: CVE-2005-0601 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.2.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:4.2.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:application_and_content_networking_software:5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*