CVE-2005-1238

CVE-2005-1238 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Iseries As 400 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

By design, the built-in FTP server for iSeries AS/400 systems does not support a restricted document root, which allows attackers to read or write arbitrary files, including sensitive QSYS databases, via a full pathname in a GET or PUT request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1238?
By design, the built-in FTP server for iSeries AS/400 systems does not support a restricted document root, which allows attackers to read or write arbitrary files, including sensitive QSYS databases, via a full pathname in a GET or PUT request.
How severe is CVE-2005-1238?
CVE-2005-1238 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1238 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1238?
CVE-2005-1238 affects Ibm Iseries As 400. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1238?
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-2005-1238 published?
CVE-2005-1238 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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