How severe is CVE-2005-0013?

CVE-2005-0013 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-0013 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-0013?

CVE-2005-0013 primarily affects Ncpfs. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0013?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2005-0013 published?

CVE-2005-0013 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-0013

CVE-2005-0013 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ncpfs with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (42nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ncpfs
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

nwclient.c in ncpfs before 2.2.6 does not drop root privileges before executing utilities using the NetWare client functions, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0013?: nwclient.c in ncpfs before 2.2.6 does not drop root privileges before executing utilities using the NetWare client functions, which allows local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2005-0013?: CVE-2005-0013 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0013 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0013?: CVE-2005-0013 primarily affects Ncpfs. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0013?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-0013 published?: CVE-2005-0013 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:ncpfs:ncpfs:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ncpfs:ncpfs:2.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ncpfs:ncpfs:2.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ncpfs:ncpfs:2.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ncpfs:ncpfs:2.2.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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