CVE-2005-3757

CVE-2005-3757 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Mini Search Appliance with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 41% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The Saxon XSLT parser in Google Mini Search Appliance, and possibly Google Search Appliance, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information and execute arbitrary code via dangerous Java class methods in select attribute of xsl:value-of tags in XSLT style sheets, such as (1) system-property, (2) sys:getProperty, and (3) run:exec.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3757?
The Saxon XSLT parser in Google Mini Search Appliance, and possibly Google Search Appliance, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information and execute arbitrary code via dangerous Java class methods in select attribute of xsl:value-of tags in XSLT style sheets, such as (1) system-property, (2) sys:getProperty, and (3) run:exec.
How severe is CVE-2005-3757?
CVE-2005-3757 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3757 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 41% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3757?
CVE-2005-3757 primarily affects Google Mini Search Appliance. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3757?
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-2005-3757 published?
CVE-2005-3757 was published on 2005-11-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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