CVE-2005-2367

CVE-2005-2367 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ethereal Group Ethereal 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

Format string vulnerability in the proto_item_set_text function in Ethereal 0.9.4 through 0.10.11, as used in multiple dissectors, allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary memory locations and gain privileges via a crafted AFP packet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2367?
Format string vulnerability in the proto_item_set_text function in Ethereal 0.9.4 through 0.10.11, as used in multiple dissectors, allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary memory locations and gain privileges via a crafted AFP packet.
How severe is CVE-2005-2367?
CVE-2005-2367 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2367 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2367?
CVE-2005-2367 primarily affects Ethereal Group Ethereal. In total, 25 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2367?
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-2005-2367 published?
CVE-2005-2367 was published on 2005-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (25)

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