CVE-2005-1064

CVE-2005-1064 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Rsnapshot Filesystem Snapshot Utility with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The copy_symlink function in rsnapshot 1.2.0 and 1.1.x before 1.1.7 changes the ownership of files that a symlink points to rather than the symlink itself, which allows local users to obtain access to arbitrary files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1064?
The copy_symlink function in rsnapshot 1.2.0 and 1.1.x before 1.1.7 changes the ownership of files that a symlink points to rather than the symlink itself, which allows local users to obtain access to arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2005-1064?
CVE-2005-1064 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-1064 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1064?
CVE-2005-1064 primarily affects Rsnapshot Filesystem Snapshot Utility. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1064?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1064 published?
CVE-2005-1064 was published on 2005-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)