How severe is CVE-2005-2227?

CVE-2005-2227 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2227 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2227?

CVE-2005-2227 affects Softiacom Wmailserver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2227?

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-2005-2227 published?

CVE-2005-2227 was published on 2005-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2227

CVE-2005-2227 is a high-severity vulnerability in Softiacom Wmailserver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Softiacom Wmailserver
Published: 2005-07-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Softiacom wMailserver 1.0 stores passwords in plaintext in the Darsite\MAILSRV\Admin key, which allows local users to gain administrator privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2227?: Softiacom wMailserver 1.0 stores passwords in plaintext in the Darsite\MAILSRV\Admin key, which allows local users to gain administrator privileges.
How severe is CVE-2005-2227?: CVE-2005-2227 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2227 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2227?: CVE-2005-2227 affects Softiacom Wmailserver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2227?: 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-2005-2227 published?: CVE-2005-2227 was published on 2005-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:softiacom:wmailserver:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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