How severe is CVE-2005-2196?

CVE-2005-2196 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2005-2196 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2196?

CVE-2005-2196 affects Apple Airport Card. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2196?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-2196 published?

CVE-2005-2196 was published on 2005-07-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2196

CVE-2005-2196 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Airport Card 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

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Airport Card
Published: 2005-07-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Apple AirPort card uses a default WEP key when not connected to a known or trusted network, which can cause it to automatically connect to a malicious network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2196?: The Apple AirPort card uses a default WEP key when not connected to a known or trusted network, which can cause it to automatically connect to a malicious network.
How severe is CVE-2005-2196?: CVE-2005-2196 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-2196 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2196?: CVE-2005-2196 affects Apple Airport Card. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2196?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2196 published?: CVE-2005-2196 was published on 2005-07-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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