How severe is CVE-2005-1284?

CVE-2005-1284 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1284 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1284?

CVE-2005-1284 affects Argosoft Argosoft Mail Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1284?

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-2005-1284 published?

CVE-2005-1284 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1284

CVE-2005-1284 is a high-severity vulnerability in Argosoft Argosoft Mail Server 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% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Argosoft Argosoft Mail Server
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The addnew script in Argosoft Mail Server Pro 1.8.7.6 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary accounts, even if "Allow Creation of Accounts From the Web Interface" is disabled, via a direct HTTP POST request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1284?: The addnew script in Argosoft Mail Server Pro 1.8.7.6 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary accounts, even if "Allow Creation of Accounts From the Web Interface" is disabled, via a direct HTTP POST request.
How severe is CVE-2005-1284?: CVE-2005-1284 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1284 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1284?: CVE-2005-1284 affects Argosoft Argosoft Mail Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1284?: 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-2005-1284 published?: CVE-2005-1284 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:argosoft:argosoft_mail_server:1.8.7.6:*:pro:*:*:*:*:*

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