How severe is CVE-2005-1648?

CVE-2005-1648 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1648 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-2005-1648?

CVE-2005-1648 affects Gurgens Gurgens Ultimate Forum. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1648?

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-2005-1648 published?

CVE-2005-1648 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1648

CVE-2005-1648 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gurgens Gurgens Ultimate Forum 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: Gurgens Gurgens Ultimate Forum
Published: 2005-05-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Gurgens (GASoft) Ultimate Forum 1.0 stores the db/Genid.dat database file under the web document root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to obtain and decrypt usernames and passwords.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1648?: Gurgens (GASoft) Ultimate Forum 1.0 stores the db/Genid.dat database file under the web document root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to obtain and decrypt usernames and passwords.
How severe is CVE-2005-1648?: CVE-2005-1648 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1648 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-2005-1648?: CVE-2005-1648 affects Gurgens Gurgens Ultimate Forum. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1648?: 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-2005-1648 published?: CVE-2005-1648 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gurgens:gurgens_ultimate_forum:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*