How severe is CVE-2005-2589?

CVE-2005-2589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2589 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2589?

CVE-2005-2589 affects Linksys Wrt54gs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2589?

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-2005-2589 published?

CVE-2005-2589 was published on 2005-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2589

CVE-2005-2589 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linksys Wrt54gs 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: 1% (65th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Linksys Wrt54gs
Published: 2005-08-17
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unknown vulnerability in Linksys WRT54GS wireless router with firmware 4.50.6, with WPA Personal/TKIP authentication enabled, allows remote clients to bypass authentication by connecting without using encryption.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2589?: Unknown vulnerability in Linksys WRT54GS wireless router with firmware 4.50.6, with WPA Personal/TKIP authentication enabled, allows remote clients to bypass authentication by connecting without using encryption.
How severe is CVE-2005-2589?: CVE-2005-2589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2589 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2589?: CVE-2005-2589 affects Linksys Wrt54gs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2589?: 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-2005-2589 published?: CVE-2005-2589 was published on 2005-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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