CVE-2005-1970

Name: CVE-2005-1970
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-06-16T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1970 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec pcAnywhere 10.5x and 11.x before 11.5, with "Launch with Windows" enabled, allows local users with physical access to execute arbitrary commands via the Caller Properties feature.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec pcAnywhere 10.5x and 11.x before 11.5, with "Launch with Windows" enabled, allows local users with physical access to execute arbitrary commands via the Caller Properties feature.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.41%

32.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec	Pcanywhere	8.0.1
Symantec	Pcanywhere	8.0.2
Symantec	Pcanywhere	9.0
Symantec	Pcanywhere	9.0.1
Symantec	Pcanywhere	9.2
Symantec	Pcanywhere	10.0
Symantec	Pcanywhere	10.5
Symantec	Pcanywhere	11.0

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1970?

Symantec pcAnywhere 10.5x and 11.x before 11.5, with "Launch with Windows" enabled, allows local users with physical access to execute arbitrary commands via the Caller Properties feature.

How severe is CVE-2005-1970?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1970 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1970?

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