How severe is CVE-2005-1646?

CVE-2005-1646 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1646 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1646?

CVE-2005-1646 affects Fastream Netfile Ftp Web Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1646?

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-2005-1646 published?

CVE-2005-1646 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1646

CVE-2005-1646 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fastream Netfile Ftp Web Server 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: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Fastream Netfile Ftp Web Server
Published: 2005-05-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The default installation of Fastream NETFile FTP/Web Server 7.4.6, which supports FXP, does not require that the IP address in a PORT command be the same as the IP of the logged in user, which allows remote attackers to conduct FTP Bounce attacks to bypass firewall rules or cause a denial of service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1646?: The default installation of Fastream NETFile FTP/Web Server 7.4.6, which supports FXP, does not require that the IP address in a PORT command be the same as the IP of the logged in user, which allows remote attackers to conduct FTP Bounce attacks to bypass firewall rules or cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2005-1646?: CVE-2005-1646 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1646 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1646?: CVE-2005-1646 affects Fastream Netfile Ftp Web Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1646?: 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-2005-1646 published?: CVE-2005-1646 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:fastream:netfile_ftp_web_server:7.4.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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