CVE-2005-2885
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: September 14, 2005· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
The Downloads page in MAXdev MD-Pro 1.0.73, and possibly earlier versions, uses an incomplete blacklist to check for dangerous file extensions, which could allow remote attackers to bypass file extension checks and execute arbitrary commands by uploading a file with a different extension, as demonstrated using .inc files.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2005-2885 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2005-2885. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2005-2885 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts