CVE-2005-4518

CVE-2005-4518 is a high-severity vulnerability 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

Mantis before 0.19.4 allows remote attackers to bypass the file upload size restriction by modifying the max_file_size parameter to (1) bug_file_add.php, (2) bug_report.php, (3) bug_report_advanced_page.php, and (4) proj_doc_add_page.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4518?
Mantis before 0.19.4 allows remote attackers to bypass the file upload size restriction by modifying the max_file_size parameter to (1) bug_file_add.php, (2) bug_report.php, (3) bug_report_advanced_page.php, and (4) proj_doc_add_page.php.
How severe is CVE-2005-4518?
CVE-2005-4518 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-4518 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4518?
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-2005-4518 published?
CVE-2005-4518 was published on 2005-12-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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