How severe is CVE-2005-0959?

CVE-2005-0959 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0959 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0959?

CVE-2005-0959 primarily affects Yepyep Mtftpd. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0959?

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-2005-0959 published?

CVE-2005-0959 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0959

CVE-2005-0959 is a high-severity vulnerability in Yepyep Mtftpd 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% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Yepyep Mtftpd
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in the mt_do_dir function in YepYep mtftpd 0.0.3 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long path.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0959?: Buffer overflow in the mt_do_dir function in YepYep mtftpd 0.0.3 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long path.
How severe is CVE-2005-0959?: CVE-2005-0959 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0959 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0959?: CVE-2005-0959 primarily affects Yepyep Mtftpd. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0959?: 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-2005-0959 published?: CVE-2005-0959 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:yepyep:mtftpd:0.1a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:yepyep:mtftpd:0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:yepyep:mtftpd:0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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