CVE-2005-2080

Name: CVE-2005-2080
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-06-29T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.55%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2080 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in Remote Agent for Windows Servers (RAWS) in VERITAS Backup Exec 9.0 through 10.0 for Windows, and 9.0.4019 through 9.1.307 for NetWare, allows remote attackers to gain privileges by copying the handle for the server.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unknown vulnerability in Remote Agent for Windows Servers (RAWS) in VERITAS Backup Exec 9.0 through 10.0 for Windows, and 9.0.4019 through 9.1.307 for NetWare, allows remote attackers to gain privileges by copying the handle for the server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.55%

71.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0.4019
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0.4170
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0.4172
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0.4174
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.0.4202
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.306
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.307
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1067.2
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1067.3
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1127.1
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1151.1
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1152
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1152.4
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	9.1.1154
Symantec Veritas	Backup Exec	10.0

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/15789Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/276608.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/277429.htmPatch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14026
http://secunia.com/advisories/15789Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/276608.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://seer.support.veritas.com/docs/277429.htmPatch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14026

Timeline

Published: Jun 29, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2080?

How severe is CVE-2005-2080?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2080 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2080?

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-2005-2080?

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Source: NVD / NIST