How severe is CVE-2005-2549?

CVE-2005-2549 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2549 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2549?

CVE-2005-2549 primarily affects Gnome Evolution. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2549?

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-2005-2549 published?

CVE-2005-2549 was published on 2005-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2549

CVE-2005-2549 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnome Evolution 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: 4% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gnome Evolution
Published: 2005-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple format string vulnerabilities in Evolution 1.5 through 2.3.6.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) full vCard data, (2) contact data from remote LDAP servers, or (3) task list data from remote servers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2549?: Multiple format string vulnerabilities in Evolution 1.5 through 2.3.6.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) full vCard data, (2) contact data from remote LDAP servers, or (3) task list data from remote servers.
How severe is CVE-2005-2549?: CVE-2005-2549 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2549 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2549?: CVE-2005-2549 primarily affects Gnome Evolution. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2549?: 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-2005-2549 published?: CVE-2005-2549 was published on 2005-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:2.3.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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