How severe is CVE-2005-2725?

CVE-2005-2725 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2005-2725 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2725?

CVE-2005-2725 primarily affects Qnx Rtos. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2725?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-2725 published?

CVE-2005-2725 was published on 2005-08-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2725

CVE-2005-2725 is a low-severity vulnerability in Qnx Rtos with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Qnx Rtos
Published: 2005-08-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The inputtrap utility in QNX RTOS 6.1.0, 6.3, and possibly earlier versions does not properly check permissions when the -t flag is specified, which allows local users to read arbitrary files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2725?: The inputtrap utility in QNX RTOS 6.1.0, 6.3, and possibly earlier versions does not properly check permissions when the -t flag is specified, which allows local users to read arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2005-2725?: CVE-2005-2725 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-2725 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2725?: CVE-2005-2725 primarily affects Qnx Rtos. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2725?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2725 published?: CVE-2005-2725 was published on 2005-08-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:qnx:rtos:6.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:qnx:rtos:6.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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