How severe is CVE-2005-2845?

CVE-2005-2845 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2005-2845 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2845?

CVE-2005-2845 affects Ariba Ariba Spend Management Solutions. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2845?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-2845 published?

CVE-2005-2845 was published on 2005-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2845

CVE-2005-2845 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ariba Ariba Spend Management Solutions with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ariba Ariba Spend Management Solutions
Published: 2005-09-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Ariba Spend Management System sends the username and password to the server in plaintext in a POST request, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2845?: Ariba Spend Management System sends the username and password to the server in plaintext in a POST request, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2005-2845?: CVE-2005-2845 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-2845 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2845?: CVE-2005-2845 affects Ariba Ariba Spend Management Solutions. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2845?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2845 published?: CVE-2005-2845 was published on 2005-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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