How severe is CVE-2005-2637?

CVE-2005-2637 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2637 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2637?

CVE-2005-2637 affects Phpfreenews. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2637?

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-2005-2637 published?

CVE-2005-2637 was published on 2005-08-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2637

CVE-2005-2637 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpfreenews 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% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Phpfreenews
Published: 2005-08-23
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in PHPFreeNews 1.40 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) Match or (2) CatID parameter to SearchResults.php, or (3) the password to AccessControl.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2637?: Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in PHPFreeNews 1.40 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) Match or (2) CatID parameter to SearchResults.php, or (3) the password to AccessControl.php.
How severe is CVE-2005-2637?: CVE-2005-2637 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2637 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2637?: CVE-2005-2637 affects Phpfreenews. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2637?: 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-2005-2637 published?: CVE-2005-2637 was published on 2005-08-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:phpfreenews:phpfreenews:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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