CVE-2005-0539

Name: CVE-2005-0539
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-05-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0539 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in IBM Hardware Management Console (HMC) before 4.4 for POWER5 servers allows local users to gain privileges, related to the Guided Setup Wizard.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unknown vulnerability in IBM Hardware Management Console (HMC) before 4.4 for POWER5 servers allows local users to gain privileges, related to the Guided Setup Wizard.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Hardware Management Console	4.1
Ibm	Hardware Management Console	4.2

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/14377Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/hmc/power5/fixes/ptf_MH00220.htmlPatch
http://secunia.com/advisories/14377Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/hmc/power5/fixes/ptf_MH00220.htmlPatch

Timeline

Published: May 2, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0539?

Unknown vulnerability in IBM Hardware Management Console (HMC) before 4.4 for POWER5 servers allows local users to gain privileges, related to the Guided Setup Wizard.

How severe is CVE-2005-0539?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0539 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0539?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0539?

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Source: NVD / NIST