CVE-2005-1065

Name: CVE-2005-1065
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-05-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1065 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. tetex in Novell Linux Desktop 9 allows local users to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a symlink attack in the /var/cache/fonts directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

tetex in Novell Linux Desktop 9 allows local users to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a symlink attack in the /var/cache/fonts directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Novell	Linux Desktop	9

References

http://lists.suse.com/archive/suse-security-announce/2005-Apr/0002.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13072Patch
http://lists.suse.com/archive/suse-security-announce/2005-Apr/0002.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13072Patch

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1065?

tetex in Novell Linux Desktop 9 allows local users to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a symlink attack in the /var/cache/fonts directory.

How severe is CVE-2005-1065?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1065 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1065?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST