CVE-2005-1617

CVE-2005-1617 is a low-severity vulnerability in Willings Webcam with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Willings WebCam and WebCam Lite 2.8 and earlier stores the password in memory in plaintext, which allows local users to gain sensitive information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1617?
Willings WebCam and WebCam Lite 2.8 and earlier stores the password in memory in plaintext, which allows local users to gain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2005-1617?
CVE-2005-1617 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-1617 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1617?
CVE-2005-1617 primarily affects Willings Webcam. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1617?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1617 published?
CVE-2005-1617 was published on 2005-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)