CVE-2005-1727

Name: CVE-2005-1727
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-06-08T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.26%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1727 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Mac OS X 10.4.x up to 10.4.1 sets insecure world- and group-writable permissions for the (1) system cache folder and (2) Dashboard system widgets, which allows local users to conduct unauthorized file operations via "file race conditions.". EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apple Mac OS X 10.4.x up to 10.4.1 sets insecure world- and group-writable permissions for the (1) system cache folder and (2) Dashboard system widgets, which allows local users to conduct unauthorized file operations via "file race conditions."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.26%

17.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.4
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.4.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Jun/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Jun/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 8, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1727?

How severe is CVE-2005-1727?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1727 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1727?

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