CVE-2005-1556

CVE-2005-1556 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Gamespy Gamespy Sdk Cd-key Validation Toolkit with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Gamespy cd-key validation system allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (cd-key already in use) by capturing and replaying a cd-key authorization session.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1556?
Gamespy cd-key validation system allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (cd-key already in use) by capturing and replaying a cd-key authorization session.
How severe is CVE-2005-1556?
CVE-2005-1556 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-1556 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1556?
CVE-2005-1556 affects Gamespy Gamespy Sdk Cd-key Validation Toolkit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1556?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1556 published?
CVE-2005-1556 was published on 2005-05-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)