PatchTheCVECVE-2005-0498: Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the logi
CVE-2005-0498 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting gigafast router. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the login page via a direct request to backup.cfg, which reveals the administrator password in plaintext.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.4% (top 28%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2005-05-02 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2005-0498?
gigafast router: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2005-0498 being exploited?
CVE-2005-0498 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2005-0498 affect?
CVE-2005-0498 affects gigafast router. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the login page via a direct request to backup.cfg, which reveals the administrator password in plaintext.
How urgent is CVE-2005-0498?
Priority 44/100. High severity
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