CVE-2005-3118

CVE-2005-3118 is a high-severity vulnerability in William Stearns Mason 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

Mason before 1.0.0 does not install the init script after the user uses Mason to configure a firewall, which causes the system to run without a firewall after a reboot.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3118?
Mason before 1.0.0 does not install the init script after the user uses Mason to configure a firewall, which causes the system to run without a firewall after a reboot.
How severe is CVE-2005-3118?
CVE-2005-3118 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3118 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-2005-3118?
CVE-2005-3118 affects William Stearns Mason. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3118?
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-2005-3118 published?
CVE-2005-3118 was published on 2005-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)