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CVE-2005-2226

MEDIUM · CVSS 5 EPSS 13.39%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2005-07-12 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a medium severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0. It affects Microsoft. Its EPSS score suggests a 13.4% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. It may be remotely exploitable.

CVE
CVE-2005-2226
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
5
EPSS
13.39%
Microsoft

Original NVD Description

Microsoft Outlook Express 6.0 leaks the default news server account when a user responds to a "watched" conversation thread, which could allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.