PatchTheCVECVE-2005-2984: Avocent CCM console server running firmware 2.1 CCM4850 allows remote authenticated attackers to bypass port r
CVE-2005-2984 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.6) affecting avocent. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Avocent CCM console server running firmware 2.1 CCM4850 allows remote authenticated attackers to bypass port restrictions by connecting to the server via SSH and using the connect command to access the serial port.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.6 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.8% (top 22%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2005-09-20 |
| 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-2005-2984?
avocent: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2005-2984 being exploited?
CVE-2005-2984 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-2005-2984 affect?
CVE-2005-2984 affects avocent. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.6). Avocent CCM console server running firmware 2.1 CCM4850 allows remote authenticated attackers to bypass port restrictions by connecting to the server via SSH and using the connect command to access the serial port.
How urgent is CVE-2005-2984?
Priority 41/100. Public exploit reference