CVE-2005-2311

Name: CVE-2005-2311
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-19T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2311 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SMS 1.9.2m and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) request1 or (2) request2 temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SMS 1.9.2m and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) request1 or (2) request2 temporary files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

21.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sms	Sms	<= 1.9.2m

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/16038Vendor Advisory
http://www.zataz.net/adviso/sms-06272005.txt
http://secunia.com/advisories/16038Vendor Advisory
http://www.zataz.net/adviso/sms-06272005.txt

Timeline

Published: Jul 19, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2311?

SMS 1.9.2m and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) request1 or (2) request2 temporary files.

How severe is CVE-2005-2311?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2311 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2311?

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-2005-2311?

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Source: NVD / NIST