How severe is CVE-2005-3259?

CVE-2005-3259 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-3259 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-3259?

CVE-2005-3259 affects Versatilebulletinboard. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3259?

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-2005-3259 published?

CVE-2005-3259 was published on 2005-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-3259

CVE-2005-3259 is a high-severity vulnerability in Versatilebulletinboard 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: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Versatilebulletinboard
Published: 2005-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in versatileBulletinBoard (vBB) 1.0.0 RC2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands and bypass authentication via the (1) login field, (2) "search this thread" feature, (3) "search for posts" feature, (4) "forgot password" feature, (5) list parameter in userlistpre.php, and the (6) select, (7) categ, and (8) to parameters in index.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3259?: Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in versatileBulletinBoard (vBB) 1.0.0 RC2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands and bypass authentication via the (1) login field, (2) "search this thread" feature, (3) "search for posts" feature, (4) "forgot password" feature, (5) list parameter in userlistpre.php, and the (6) select, (7) categ, and (8) to parameters in index.php.
How severe is CVE-2005-3259?: CVE-2005-3259 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3259 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3259?: CVE-2005-3259 affects Versatilebulletinboard. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3259?: 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-2005-3259 published?: CVE-2005-3259 was published on 2005-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:versatilebulletinboard:versatilebulletinboard:1.0.0.rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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