How severe is CVE-2005-4568?

CVE-2005-4568 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-4568 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4568?

CVE-2005-4568 affects Floosietek Ftgate. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4568?

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-2005-4568 published?

CVE-2005-4568 was published on 2005-12-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4568

CVE-2005-4568 is a high-severity vulnerability in Floosietek Ftgate 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Floosietek Ftgate
Published: 2005-12-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple format string vulnerabilities in FTGate Technology (formerly known as Floosietek) FTGate 4.4 (aka Build 4.4.000 Oct 26 2005) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the (1) USER, (2) PASS, and (3) TOP commands to the POP3 server; and the (4) LIST and (5) AUTHENTICATE commands to the IMAP server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4568?: Multiple format string vulnerabilities in FTGate Technology (formerly known as Floosietek) FTGate 4.4 (aka Build 4.4.000 Oct 26 2005) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the (1) USER, (2) PASS, and (3) TOP commands to the POP3 server; and the (4) LIST and (5) AUTHENTICATE commands to the IMAP server.
How severe is CVE-2005-4568?: CVE-2005-4568 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-4568 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4568?: CVE-2005-4568 affects Floosietek Ftgate. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4568?: 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-2005-4568 published?: CVE-2005-4568 was published on 2005-12-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:floosietek:ftgate:4.4_build_4.4.000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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