How severe is CVE-2005-1853?

CVE-2005-1853 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1853 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1853?

CVE-2005-1853 affects University Of Minnesota Gopher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1853?

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-2005-1853 published?

CVE-2005-1853 was published on 2005-08-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1853

CVE-2005-1853 is a high-severity vulnerability in University Of Minnesota Gopher 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (40th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: University Of Minnesota Gopher
Published: 2005-08-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

gopher.c in the Gopher client 3.0.5 does not properly create temporary files, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1853?: gopher.c in the Gopher client 3.0.5 does not properly create temporary files, which allows local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2005-1853?: CVE-2005-1853 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1853 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1853?: CVE-2005-1853 affects University Of Minnesota Gopher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1853?: 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-2005-1853 published?: CVE-2005-1853 was published on 2005-08-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:university_of_minnesota:gopher:3.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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