CVE-2005-3540

CVE-2005-3540 is a high-severity vulnerability in Petris 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

Buffer overflow in petris before 1.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3540?
Buffer overflow in petris before 1.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2005-3540?
CVE-2005-3540 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3540 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3540?
CVE-2005-3540 affects Petris. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3540?
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-2005-3540 published?
CVE-2005-3540 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)