CVE-2005-4389: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-4389: search.cfm in CONTENS 3.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to obtain the full server path via invalid (1...

search.cfm in CONTENS 3.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to obtain the full server path via invalid (1) submit.y, (2) bool, (3) itemsperpage, (4) submit, (5) submit.x, (6) criteria, (7) advanced, and (8) intern parameters.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2005-4389 is an information disclosure issue in CONTENS 3.0 and earlier. Malformed requests to search.cfm can expose the server’s full filesystem path. That does not directly equal system compromise, but it can help attackers map the environment for later attacks. Exposure is likely limited to internet-facing or internal CONTENS 3.0 and earlier deployments that still expose search.cfm. Modern environments are unlikely affected unless legacy CONTENS instances remain online. Treat this as a low-priority legacy exposure unless CONTENS is internet-facing or business-critical. The main urgency is reducing attacker reconnaissance value on old web infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Inventory any CONTENS deployments and confirm version and public exposure.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for supported fixes or upgrade paths.; Retire or isolate unsupported CONTENS 3.0 and earlier systems..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 15:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 20, 2005, 02:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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contens-search-path-disclosure(23824)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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