How severe is CVE-2005-0689?

CVE-2005-0689 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0689 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0689?

CVE-2005-0689 primarily affects Jimmy The Includer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0689?

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-2005-0689 published?

CVE-2005-0689 was published on 2005-03-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0689

CVE-2005-0689 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jimmy The Includer 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: 10% (95th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jimmy The Includer
Published: 2005-03-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

includer.cgi in The Includer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) the URL or (2) the template parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0689?: includer.cgi in The Includer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) the URL or (2) the template parameter.
How severe is CVE-2005-0689?: CVE-2005-0689 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0689 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0689?: CVE-2005-0689 primarily affects Jimmy The Includer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0689?: 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-2005-0689 published?: CVE-2005-0689 was published on 2005-03-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:jimmy:the_includer:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:jimmy:the_includer:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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