How severe is CVE-2005-0693?

CVE-2005-0693 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0693 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0693?

CVE-2005-0693 primarily affects Jowood Productions Chaser. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0693?

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-2005-0693 published?

CVE-2005-0693 was published on 2005-03-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0693

CVE-2005-0693 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jowood Productions Chaser 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: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jowood Productions Chaser
Published: 2005-03-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in JoWood Chaser 1.50 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client or server crash) and execute arbitrary code via a long nickname.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0693?: Buffer overflow in JoWood Chaser 1.50 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client or server crash) and execute arbitrary code via a long nickname.
How severe is CVE-2005-0693?: CVE-2005-0693 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0693 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0693?: CVE-2005-0693 primarily affects Jowood Productions Chaser. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0693?: 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-2005-0693 published?: CVE-2005-0693 was published on 2005-03-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:jowood_productions:chaser:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:jowood_productions:chaser:1.50:*:*:*:*:*:*:*