CVE-2005-2662

CVE-2005-2662 is a high-severity vulnerability in Masqmail 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

masqmail before 0.2.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via crafted e-mail addresses that are not properly sanitized when creating a failed delivery message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2662?
masqmail before 0.2.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via crafted e-mail addresses that are not properly sanitized when creating a failed delivery message.
How severe is CVE-2005-2662?
CVE-2005-2662 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2662 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2662?
CVE-2005-2662 primarily affects Masqmail. In total, 43 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2662?
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-2005-2662 published?
CVE-2005-2662 was published on 2005-09-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (43)

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