How severe is CVE-2005-1970?

CVE-2005-1970 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1970 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1970?

CVE-2005-1970 primarily affects Symantec Pcanywhere. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1970?

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-2005-1970 published?

CVE-2005-1970 was published on 2005-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1970

CVE-2005-1970 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Pcanywhere 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: 0% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Symantec Pcanywhere
Published: 2005-06-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Symantec pcAnywhere 10.5x and 11.x before 11.5, with "Launch with Windows" enabled, allows local users with physical access to execute arbitrary commands via the Caller Properties feature.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1970?: Symantec pcAnywhere 10.5x and 11.x before 11.5, with "Launch with Windows" enabled, allows local users with physical access to execute arbitrary commands via the Caller Properties feature.
How severe is CVE-2005-1970?: CVE-2005-1970 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1970 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1970?: CVE-2005-1970 primarily affects Symantec Pcanywhere. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1970?: 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-2005-1970 published?: CVE-2005-1970 was published on 2005-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:8.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:8.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:9.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:9.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:10.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:11.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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