How severe is CVE-2005-2931?

CVE-2005-2931 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2931 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2931?

CVE-2005-2931 primarily affects Ipswitch Imail Server. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2931?

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-2005-2931 published?

CVE-2005-2931 was published on 2005-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2931

CVE-2005-2931 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ipswitch Imail 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: 5% (91st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ipswitch Imail Server
Published: 2005-12-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in the SMTP service in IMail Server 8.20 in Ipswitch Collaboration Suite (ICS) before 2.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers to the (1) EXPN, (2) MAIL, (3) MAIL FROM, and (4) RCPT TO commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2931?: Format string vulnerability in the SMTP service in IMail Server 8.20 in Ipswitch Collaboration Suite (ICS) before 2.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers to the (1) EXPN, (2) MAIL, (3) MAIL FROM, and (4) RCPT TO commands.
How severe is CVE-2005-2931?: CVE-2005-2931 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2931 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2931?: CVE-2005-2931 primarily affects Ipswitch Imail Server. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2931?: 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-2005-2931 published?: CVE-2005-2931 was published on 2005-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:ipswitch:imail_server:8.20:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ipswitch:ipswitch_collaboration_suite:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ipswitch:ipswitch_collaboration_suite:2.01:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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