CVE-2005-1917

Name: CVE-2005-1917
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-05T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1917 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. kpopper 1.0 and earlier allows local users to create and overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .popper-new temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

kpopper 1.0 and earlier allows local users to create and overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .popper-new temporary file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

20.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Kpopper	Kpopper	1.0

References

http://www.zataz.net/adviso/kpopper-06152005.txtVendor Advisory
http://www.zataz.net/adviso/kpopper-06152005.txtVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 5, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1917?

kpopper 1.0 and earlier allows local users to create and overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .popper-new temporary file.

How severe is CVE-2005-1917?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1917 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1917?

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-2005-1917?

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Source: NVD / NIST