CVE-2005-1751

CVE-2005-1751 is a low-severity vulnerability in Shtool with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .shtool.$$ temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1759.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1751?
Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .shtool.$$ temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1759.
How severe is CVE-2005-1751?
CVE-2005-1751 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-1751 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1751?
CVE-2005-1751 affects Shtool. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1751?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1751 published?
CVE-2005-1751 was published on 2005-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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