CVE-2005-1867

CVE-2005-1867 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Brightmail Antispam 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

Description

Symantec Brightmail AntiSpam before 6.0.2 has a hard-coded database administrator password, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1867?
Symantec Brightmail AntiSpam before 6.0.2 has a hard-coded database administrator password, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2005-1867?
CVE-2005-1867 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1867 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1867?
CVE-2005-1867 primarily affects Symantec Brightmail Antispam. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1867?
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-2005-1867 published?
CVE-2005-1867 was published on 2005-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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