How severe is CVE-2005-2682?

CVE-2005-2682 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2682 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2682?

CVE-2005-2682 affects Dtlink Areaedit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2682?

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-2005-2682 published?

CVE-2005-2682 was published on 2005-08-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2682

CVE-2005-2682 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dtlink Areaedit 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: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Dtlink Areaedit
Published: 2005-08-23
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

aspell_setup.php in the SpellChecker plugin in DTLink AreaEdit before 0.4.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the dictionary parameter (aka the lang variable).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2682?: aspell_setup.php in the SpellChecker plugin in DTLink AreaEdit before 0.4.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the dictionary parameter (aka the lang variable).
How severe is CVE-2005-2682?: CVE-2005-2682 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2682 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2682?: CVE-2005-2682 affects Dtlink Areaedit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2682?: 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-2005-2682 published?: CVE-2005-2682 was published on 2005-08-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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