How severe is CVE-2005-1567?

CVE-2005-1567 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1567 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1567?

CVE-2005-1567 primarily affects Directtopics. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1567?

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-2005-1567 published?

CVE-2005-1567 was published on 2005-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1567

CVE-2005-1567 is a high-severity vulnerability in Directtopics 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: 1% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Directtopics
Published: 2005-05-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in topic.php in DirectTopics 2.1 and 2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1567?: SQL injection vulnerability in topic.php in DirectTopics 2.1 and 2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic parameter.
How severe is CVE-2005-1567?: CVE-2005-1567 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1567 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1567?: CVE-2005-1567 primarily affects Directtopics. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1567?: 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-2005-1567 published?: CVE-2005-1567 was published on 2005-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111592417803514&w=2

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:directtopics:directtopics:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:directtopics:directtopics:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:directtopics:directtopics:beta:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:directtopics:directtopics:final:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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