CVE-2005-2888

CVE-2005-2888 is a high-severity vulnerability 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

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in MyBulletinBoard (MyBB) Preview Release 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) fid parameter to misc.php or (2) Content-Disposition field in the HTTP header to newreply.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2888?
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in MyBulletinBoard (MyBB) Preview Release 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) fid parameter to misc.php or (2) Content-Disposition field in the HTTP header to newreply.php.
How severe is CVE-2005-2888?
CVE-2005-2888 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2888 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2888?
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-2005-2888 published?
CVE-2005-2888 was published on 2005-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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