CVE-2005-0750

CVE-2005-0750 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Enterprise Linux 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

Description

The bluez_sock_create function in the Bluetooth stack for Linux kernel 2.4.6 through 2.4.30-rc1 and 2.6 through 2.6.11.5 allows local users to gain privileges via (1) socket or (2) socketpair call with a negative protocol value.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0750?
The bluez_sock_create function in the Bluetooth stack for Linux kernel 2.4.6 through 2.4.30-rc1 and 2.6 through 2.6.11.5 allows local users to gain privileges via (1) socket or (2) socketpair call with a negative protocol value.
How severe is CVE-2005-0750?
CVE-2005-0750 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0750 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0750?
CVE-2005-0750 primarily affects Redhat Enterprise Linux. In total, 52 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0750?
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-2005-0750 published?
CVE-2005-0750 was published on 2005-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (52)

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