How severe is CVE-2005-1900?

CVE-2005-1900 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1900 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1900?

CVE-2005-1900 primarily affects Sawmill. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1900?

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-2005-1900 published?

CVE-2005-1900 was published on 2005-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1900

CVE-2005-1900 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sawmill 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: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sawmill
Published: 2005-06-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Sawmill before 7.1.6 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and (1) gain administrative privileges or (2) add a license.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1900?: Sawmill before 7.1.6 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and (1) gain administrative privileges or (2) add a license.
How severe is CVE-2005-1900?: CVE-2005-1900 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1900 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1900?: CVE-2005-1900 primarily affects Sawmill. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1900?: 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-2005-1900 published?: CVE-2005-1900 was published on 2005-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.1b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sawmill:sawmill:7.1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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