CVE-2005-2957

CVE-2005-2957 is a high-severity vulnerability in Avira Desktop 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

Stack-based buffer overflow in AVIRA Desktop for Windows 1.00.00.68 with AVPACK32.DLL 6.31.0.3, when archive scanning is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in an ACE archive.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2957?
Stack-based buffer overflow in AVIRA Desktop for Windows 1.00.00.68 with AVPACK32.DLL 6.31.0.3, when archive scanning is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in an ACE archive.
How severe is CVE-2005-2957?
CVE-2005-2957 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2957 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2957?
CVE-2005-2957 affects Avira Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2957?
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-2005-2957 published?
CVE-2005-2957 was published on 2005-09-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)