How severe is CVE-2005-1702?

CVE-2005-1702 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1702 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1702?

CVE-2005-1702 primarily affects Black Cactus Warrior Kings. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1702?

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-2005-1702 published?

CVE-2005-1702 was published on 2005-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1702

CVE-2005-1702 is a high-severity vulnerability in Black Cactus Warrior Kings 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: 5% (91st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Black Cactus Warrior Kings
Published: 2005-05-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in Warrior Kings: Battles 1.23 and earlier and Warrior Kings 1.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a nickname.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1702?: Format string vulnerability in Warrior Kings: Battles 1.23 and earlier and Warrior Kings 1.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a nickname.
How severe is CVE-2005-1702?: CVE-2005-1702 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1702 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1702?: CVE-2005-1702 primarily affects Black Cactus Warrior Kings. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1702?: 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-2005-1702 published?: CVE-2005-1702 was published on 2005-05-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:black_cactus:warrior_kings:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:black_cactus:warrior_kings_battles:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*