CVE-2005-1671

CVE-2005-1671 is a low-severity vulnerability in Yahoo Messenger 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

The Logfile feature in Yahoo! Messenger 5.x through 6.0 can be activated by a YMSGR: URL and writes all output to a single ypager.log file, even when there are multiple users, and does not properly warn later users that the feature has been enabled, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from other users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1671?
The Logfile feature in Yahoo! Messenger 5.x through 6.0 can be activated by a YMSGR: URL and writes all output to a single ypager.log file, even when there are multiple users, and does not properly warn later users that the feature has been enabled, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from other users.
How severe is CVE-2005-1671?
CVE-2005-1671 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-1671 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1671?
CVE-2005-1671 primarily affects Yahoo Messenger. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1671?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1671 published?
CVE-2005-1671 was published on 2005-05-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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