CVE-2005-4550

CVE-2005-4550 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Oracle Application Server Discussion Forum Portlet with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The PORTAL schema in Oracle Application Server (OracleAS) Discussion Forum Portlet allows remote attackers to obtain the source code for arbitrary JSP and other files via a df_next_page parameter with a trailing null byte (%00).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4550?
The PORTAL schema in Oracle Application Server (OracleAS) Discussion Forum Portlet allows remote attackers to obtain the source code for arbitrary JSP and other files via a df_next_page parameter with a trailing null byte (%00).
How severe is CVE-2005-4550?
CVE-2005-4550 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-4550 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4550?
CVE-2005-4550 affects Oracle Application Server Discussion Forum Portlet. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4550?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-4550 published?
CVE-2005-4550 was published on 2005-12-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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