How severe is CVE-2005-4345?

CVE-2005-4345 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-4345 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4345?

CVE-2005-4345 affects Macromedia Coldfusion. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4345?

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-2005-4345 published?

CVE-2005-4345 was published on 2005-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4345

CVE-2005-4345 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macromedia Coldfusion with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (28th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Macromedia Coldfusion
Published: 2005-12-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Adobe (formerly Macromedia) ColdFusion MX 7.0 exposes the password hash of the Administrator in an API call, which allows local developers to obtain the hash and gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4345?: Adobe (formerly Macromedia) ColdFusion MX 7.0 exposes the password hash of the Administrator in an API call, which allows local developers to obtain the hash and gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2005-4345?: CVE-2005-4345 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-4345 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4345?: CVE-2005-4345 affects Macromedia Coldfusion. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4345?: 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-2005-4345 published?: CVE-2005-4345 was published on 2005-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:macromedia:coldfusion:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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