CVE-2005-4465

CVE-2005-4465 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nec Univerge 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

The Internet Key Exchange version 1 (IKEv1) implementation in NEC UNIVERGE IX1000, IX2000, and IX3000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted IKE packets, as demonstrated by the PROTOS ISAKMP Test Suite for IKEv1. NOTE: due to the lack of details in the advisory, it is unclear which of CVE-2005-3666, CVE-2005-3667, and/or CVE-2005-3668 this issue applies to.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4465?
The Internet Key Exchange version 1 (IKEv1) implementation in NEC UNIVERGE IX1000, IX2000, and IX3000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted IKE packets, as demonstrated by the PROTOS ISAKMP Test Suite for IKEv1. NOTE: due to the lack of details in the advisory, it is unclear which of CVE-2005-3666, CVE-2005-3667, and/or CVE-2005-3668 this issue applies to.
How severe is CVE-2005-4465?
CVE-2005-4465 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-4465 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4465?
CVE-2005-4465 primarily affects Nec Univerge. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4465?
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-2005-4465 published?
CVE-2005-4465 was published on 2005-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)