How severe is CVE-2005-1692?

CVE-2005-1692 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1692 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1692?

CVE-2005-1692 primarily affects Xine Gxine. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1692?

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-2005-1692 published?

CVE-2005-1692 was published on 2005-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1692

CVE-2005-1692 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xine Gxine 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: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Xine Gxine
Published: 2005-05-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in gxine 0.4.1 through 0.4.4, and other versions down to 0.3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a ram file with a URL whose hostname contains format string specifiers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1692?: Format string vulnerability in gxine 0.4.1 through 0.4.4, and other versions down to 0.3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a ram file with a URL whose hostname contains format string specifiers.
How severe is CVE-2005-1692?: CVE-2005-1692 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1692 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1692?: CVE-2005-1692 primarily affects Xine Gxine. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1692?: 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-2005-1692 published?: CVE-2005-1692 was published on 2005-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:xine:gxine:0.41:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xine:gxine:0.42:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xine:gxine:0.43:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xine:gxine:0.44:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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