How severe is CVE-2005-2770?

CVE-2005-2770 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2770 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2770?

CVE-2005-2770 affects Wrq Wrq Reflection For Secure It Windows Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2770?

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-2005-2770 published?

CVE-2005-2770 was published on 2005-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2770

CVE-2005-2770 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wrq Wrq Reflection For Secure It Windows Server 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: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Wrq Wrq Reflection For Secure It Windows Server
Published: 2005-09-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

WRQ Reflection for Secure IT Windows Server 6.0 (formerly known as F-Secure SSH server) does not properly handle when the Windows Administrator or Guest accounts are renamed after SSH key authentication has been configured, which allows remote attackers to use the original names during login.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2770?: WRQ Reflection for Secure IT Windows Server 6.0 (formerly known as F-Secure SSH server) does not properly handle when the Windows Administrator or Guest accounts are renamed after SSH key authentication has been configured, which allows remote attackers to use the original names during login.
How severe is CVE-2005-2770?: CVE-2005-2770 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2770 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2770?: CVE-2005-2770 affects Wrq Wrq Reflection For Secure It Windows Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2770?: 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-2005-2770 published?: CVE-2005-2770 was published on 2005-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:wrq:wrq_reflection_for_secure_it_windows_server:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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