CVE-2005-3889
CVE-2005-3889 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
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- Last modified:
Description
Gadu-Gadu 7.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via multiple DCC packets with a code of 6 or 7, which triggers a large number of popup windows to the user and creates a large number of threads.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2005-3889?
- Gadu-Gadu 7.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via multiple DCC packets with a code of 6 or 7, which triggers a large number of popup windows to the user and creates a large number of threads.
- How severe is CVE-2005-3889?
- CVE-2005-3889 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2005-3889 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2005-3889?
- 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-2005-3889 published?
- CVE-2005-3889 was published on 2005-11-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.