CVE-2005-2231

Name: CVE-2005-2231
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-12T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2231 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. High Availability Linux Project Heartbeat 1.2.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

High Availability Linux Project Heartbeat 1.2.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
High Availability Linux Project	Heartbeat	1.2.3

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/16039Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-761
http://secunia.com/advisories/16039Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-761

Timeline

Published: Jul 12, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2231?

High Availability Linux Project Heartbeat 1.2.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

How severe is CVE-2005-2231?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2231 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2231?

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-2005-2231?

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Source: NVD / NIST