How severe is CVE-2005-2889?

CVE-2005-2889 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2889 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2889?

CVE-2005-2889 affects Checkpoint Connectra Ngx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2889?

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-2005-2889 published?

CVE-2005-2889 was published on 2005-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2889

CVE-2005-2889 is a high-severity vulnerability in Checkpoint Connectra Ngx 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% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Checkpoint Connectra Ngx
Published: 2005-09-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Check Point NGX R60 does not properly verify packets against the predefined service group "CIFS" rule, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2889?: Check Point NGX R60 does not properly verify packets against the predefined service group "CIFS" rule, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2005-2889?: CVE-2005-2889 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2889 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2889?: CVE-2005-2889 affects Checkpoint Connectra Ngx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2889?: 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-2005-2889 published?: CVE-2005-2889 was published on 2005-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:checkpoint:connectra_ngx:r60:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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