How severe is CVE-2005-4589?

CVE-2005-4589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2005-4589 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4589?

CVE-2005-4589 affects Spb Kiosk Engine. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4589?

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

When was CVE-2005-4589 published?

CVE-2005-4589 was published on 2005-12-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4589

CVE-2005-4589 is a low-severity vulnerability in Spb Kiosk Engine with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Spb Kiosk Engine
Published: 2005-12-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Spb Kiosk Engine 1.0.0.1 stores the administrator's passcode in the registry in plaintext, which allows local users to obtain the passcode.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4589?: Spb Kiosk Engine 1.0.0.1 stores the administrator's passcode in the registry in plaintext, which allows local users to obtain the passcode.
How severe is CVE-2005-4589?: CVE-2005-4589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-4589 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4589?: CVE-2005-4589 affects Spb Kiosk Engine. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4589?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-4589 published?: CVE-2005-4589 was published on 2005-12-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:spb:kiosk_engine:1.0.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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