CVE-2005-2281: WebEOC before 6.0.2 uses a weak encryption scheme for passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to crack

Q: How do I fix CVE-2005-2281?

webeoc: upgrade to 6.0.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2005-2281 being exploited?

CVE-2005-2281 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2005-2281 affect?

CVE-2005-2281 affects webeoc. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). WebEOC before 6.0.2 uses a weak encryption scheme for passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to crack passwords.

Q: How urgent is CVE-2005-2281?

Priority 45/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

This month

HIGH 7.5REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2005-2281 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting webeoc. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

WebEOC before 6.0.2 uses a weak encryption scheme for passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to crack passwords.

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.8% (top 44%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-326
Published	2005-07-18
Last modified	2026-06-16

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: juvare

Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2005-07-18 04:00 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-16 22:14 UTCUpdated Record last modified

juvare webeoc UPGRADE

Affected: < 6.0.2

Fixed in: 6.0.2

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy webeoc || rpm -q webeoc || webeoc --version

2. UPGRADE to 6.0.2 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade webeoc

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade webeoc

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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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-2005-2281?

webeoc: upgrade to 6.0.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2005-2281 being exploited?

CVE-2005-2281 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-2005-2281 affect?

CVE-2005-2281 affects webeoc. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). WebEOC before 6.0.2 uses a weak encryption scheme for passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to crack passwords.

How urgent is CVE-2005-2281?

Priority 45/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

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CVE-2005-4002 MEDIUM 4.0 UPGRADE WebEOC before 6.0.2 uses the same secret key for all installations, which allows attackers with the key to dec
CVE-2005-2286 HIGH 10.0 UPGRADE WebEOC before 6.0.2 does not properly check user authorization, which allows remote attackers to gain privileg
CVE-2005-2285 MEDIUM 5.0 UPGRADE WebEOC before 6.0.2 stores sensitive information in locations such as URIs, web pages, and configuration files
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References

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