How severe is CVE-2005-1651?

CVE-2005-1651 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1651 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1651?

CVE-2005-1651 affects Woppoware Postmaster. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1651?

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-2005-1651 published?

CVE-2005-1651 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1651

CVE-2005-1651 is a high-severity vulnerability in Woppoware Postmaster 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% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Woppoware Postmaster
Published: 2005-05-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in message.htm for Woppoware PostMaster 4.2.2 (build 3.2.5) allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the wmm parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1651?: Directory traversal vulnerability in message.htm for Woppoware PostMaster 4.2.2 (build 3.2.5) allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the wmm parameter.
How severe is CVE-2005-1651?: CVE-2005-1651 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1651 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1651?: CVE-2005-1651 affects Woppoware Postmaster. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1651?: 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-2005-1651 published?: CVE-2005-1651 was published on 2005-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:woppoware:postmaster:4.2.2_build3.2.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*