How severe is CVE-2005-1351?

CVE-2005-1351 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1351 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1351?

CVE-2005-1351 affects Leif M. Wright Ad.cgi. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1351?

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-2005-1351 published?

CVE-2005-1351 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1351

CVE-2005-1351 is a high-severity vulnerability in Leif M. Wright Ad.cgi 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% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Leif M. Wright Ad.cgi
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ad.cgi script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1351?: The ad.cgi script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the argument.
How severe is CVE-2005-1351?: CVE-2005-1351 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1351 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1351?: CVE-2005-1351 affects Leif M. Wright Ad.cgi. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1351?: 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-2005-1351 published?: CVE-2005-1351 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111446285915444&w=2

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:leif_m._wright:ad.cgi:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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