CVE-2005-0580
UnknownEPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0580 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cmd5checkpw, when running setuid, does not properly drop privileges before calling the execvp function, which allows local users to read the poppasswd file.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
cmd5checkpw, when running setuid, does not properly drop privileges before calling the execvp function, which allows local users to read the poppasswd file.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Dabrowski | Cmd5checkpw | 0.20 |
| Krzysztof Dabrowski | Cmd5checkpw | 0.21 |
| Krzysztof Dabrowski | Cmd5checkpw | 0.22 |
References
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200502-30.xmlVendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200502-30.xmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0580?
cmd5checkpw, when running setuid, does not properly drop privileges before calling the execvp function, which allows local users to read the poppasswd file.
How severe is CVE-2005-0580?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0580 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0580?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2005
- CVE-2005-0574Directory traversal vulnerability in CIS WebServer 3.5.13 al…
- CVE-2005-0575Buffer overflow in Stormy Studios Knet 1.04c and earlier all…
- CVE-2005-0576Unknown vulnerability in Standard Type Services Framework (S…
- CVE-2005-0577Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 an…
- CVE-2005-0578Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.6 use a pr…
- CVE-2005-0579nxagent in FreeNX before 0.2.8 does not properly handle when…
- CVE-2005-0581Multiple buffer overflows in Computer Associates (CA) Licens…
- CVE-2005-0582Buffer overflow in Computer Associates (CA) License Client 0…
- CVE-2005-0583Directory traversal vulnerability in Computer Associates (CA…
- CVE-2005-0584Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla before 1.7.6, when displayi…
- CVE-2005-0585Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla before 1.7.6 truncates long…
- CVE-2005-0586Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla before 1.7.6 allows remote …
Are you affected by CVE-2005-0580?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST