How severe is CVE-2005-4417?

CVE-2005-4417 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2005-4417 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4417?

CVE-2005-4417 primarily affects Anycom Blue Usb-130-250 Software. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4417?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-4417 published?

CVE-2005-4417 was published on 2005-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4417

CVE-2005-4417 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Anycom Blue Usb-130-250 Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 5% (91st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Anycom Blue Usb-130-250 Software
Published: 2005-12-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The default configuration of Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows (BTW) 4.0.1.1500 and earlier, as installed on Belkin Bluetooth Software 1.4.2 Build 10 and ANYCOM Blue USB-130-250 Software 4.0.1.1500, and possibly other devices, sets null Authentication and Authorization values, which allows remote attackers to send arbitrary audio and possibly eavesdrop using the microphone via the Hands Free Audio Gateway and Headset profile.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4417?: The default configuration of Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows (BTW) 4.0.1.1500 and earlier, as installed on Belkin Bluetooth Software 1.4.2 Build 10 and ANYCOM Blue USB-130-250 Software 4.0.1.1500, and possibly other devices, sets null Authentication and Authorization values, which allows remote attackers to send arbitrary audio and possibly eavesdrop using the microphone via the Hands Free Audio Gateway and Headset profile.
How severe is CVE-2005-4417?: CVE-2005-4417 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-4417 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4417?: CVE-2005-4417 primarily affects Anycom Blue Usb-130-250 Software. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4417?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-4417 published?: CVE-2005-4417 was published on 2005-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419642/100/0/threaded

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:anycom:blue_usb-130-250_software:4.0.1.1500:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:belkin:bluetooth_software:1.4.2_build_10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:widcomm:bluetooth_for_windows:4.0.1.1500:*:*:*:*:*:*:*