CVE-2005-2214

CVE-2005-2214 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Debian Apt-setup 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

apt-setup in Debian GNU/Linux installs the apt.conf file with insecure permissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information such as passwords.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2214?
apt-setup in Debian GNU/Linux installs the apt.conf file with insecure permissions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information such as passwords.
How severe is CVE-2005-2214?
CVE-2005-2214 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-2214 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2214?
CVE-2005-2214 affects Debian Apt-setup. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2214?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2214 published?
CVE-2005-2214 was published on 2005-07-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)