CVE-2005-1564

CVE-2005-1564 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mozilla Bugzilla 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

Description

post_bug.cgi in Bugzilla 2.10 through 2.18, 2.19.1, and 2.19.2 allows remote authenticated users to "enter bugs into products that are closed for bug entry" by modifying the URL to specify the name of the product.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1564?
post_bug.cgi in Bugzilla 2.10 through 2.18, 2.19.1, and 2.19.2 allows remote authenticated users to "enter bugs into products that are closed for bug entry" by modifying the URL to specify the name of the product.
How severe is CVE-2005-1564?
CVE-2005-1564 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1564 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-2005-1564?
CVE-2005-1564 primarily affects Mozilla Bugzilla. In total, 25 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1564?
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-2005-1564 published?
CVE-2005-1564 was published on 2005-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (25)

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