PatchTheCVECVE-2005-2298: BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 and earlier does not properly scan all attachments, which allows remote attackers to
CVE-2005-2298 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.0) affecting bitdefender engine. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 and earlier does not properly scan all attachments, which allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning via begin and end commands in the body of the e-mail, which BitDefender treats as a uuencoded attachment and stops scanning afterwards.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.0 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.4% (top 28%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2005-07-19 |
| 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-2005-2298?
bitdefender engine: upgrade to newer than 1.6.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2005-2298 being exploited?
CVE-2005-2298 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-2005-2298 affect?
CVE-2005-2298 affects bitdefender engine. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.0). BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 and earlier does not properly scan all attachments, which allows remote attackers to bypass virus scanning via begin and end commands in the body of the e-mail, which BitDefender treats as a uuencoded attachment and
How urgent is CVE-2005-2298?
Priority 36/100. No elevated risk signals yet.