CVE-2005-2298: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-2298: BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 and earlier does not properly scan all attachments, which allows remote attackers...

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.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 22:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes an old BitDefender antivirus engine scanning bypass. A specially formatted email could cause the engine to stop scanning later content, potentially letting malicious attachments or content pass through email security controls. Exposure appears limited to environments still using BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 or earlier in mail or attachment scanning workflows. The bundle provides no CPEs, deployment details, or modern product mapping. Treat as a legacy exposure check, not an emergency, unless old BitDefender engine versions remain in production mail security paths. Mitigation focus: Inventory email gateways and antivirus services for BitDefender Engine 1.6.1 or earlier.; Check BitDefender or platform vendor guidance for fixed versions or replacement recommendations.; Retire unsupported legacy antivirus engines from mail filtering paths..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 19, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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