How severe is CVE-2010-3905?

CVE-2010-3905 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-3905 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-3905?

CVE-2010-3905 primarily affects Eucalyptus. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-3905?

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-2010-3905 published?

CVE-2010-3905 was published on 2010-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-3905

CVE-2010-3905 is a high-severity vulnerability in Eucalyptus 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Eucalyptus
Published: 2010-12-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The password reset feature in the administrator interface for Eucalyptus 2.0.0 and 2.0.1 does not perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges by sending password reset requests for other users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-3905?: The password reset feature in the administrator interface for Eucalyptus 2.0.0 and 2.0.1 does not perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges by sending password reset requests for other users.
How severe is CVE-2010-3905?: CVE-2010-3905 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-3905 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-3905?: CVE-2010-3905 primarily affects Eucalyptus. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3905?: 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-2010-3905 published?: CVE-2010-3905 was published on 2010-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:eucalyptus:eucalyptus:2.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:eucalyptus:eucalyptus:2.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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