How severe is CVE-2005-3316?

CVE-2005-3316 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-3316 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-2005-3316?

CVE-2005-3316 primarily affects Symantec Discovery. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3316?

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-2005-3316 published?

CVE-2005-3316 was published on 2005-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-3316

CVE-2005-3316 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Discovery 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Symantec Discovery
Published: 2005-10-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The installation of ON Symantec Discovery 4.5.x and Symantec Discovery 6.0 creates the (1) DiscoveryWeb and (2) DiscoveryRO database accounts with null passwords, which could allow attackers to gain privileges or prevent Discovery from running by setting another password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3316?: The installation of ON Symantec Discovery 4.5.x and Symantec Discovery 6.0 creates the (1) DiscoveryWeb and (2) DiscoveryRO database accounts with null passwords, which could allow attackers to gain privileges or prevent Discovery from running by setting another password.
How severe is CVE-2005-3316?: CVE-2005-3316 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3316 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-2005-3316?: CVE-2005-3316 primarily affects Symantec Discovery. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3316?: 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-2005-3316 published?: CVE-2005-3316 was published on 2005-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:discovery:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:on_command_discovery:standard_4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:on_command_discovery:web_4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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