CVE-2005-0583

CVE-2005-0583 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Broadcom License Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in Computer Associates (CA) License Client 0.1.0.15 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via .. (dot dot) sequences in a PUTOLF request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0583?
Directory traversal vulnerability in Computer Associates (CA) License Client 0.1.0.15 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via .. (dot dot) sequences in a PUTOLF request.
How severe is CVE-2005-0583?
CVE-2005-0583 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-0583 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0583?
CVE-2005-0583 affects Broadcom License Software. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0583?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0583 published?
CVE-2005-0583 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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