CVE-2005-2519

Name: CVE-2005-2519
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-08-19T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2519 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. slpd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.9 creates insecure temporary files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

slpd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.9 creates insecure temporary files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

28.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.9

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005//Aug/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005//Aug/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2519?

slpd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.9 creates insecure temporary files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges.

How severe is CVE-2005-2519?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2519 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2519?

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-2005-2519?

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Source: NVD / NIST