CVE-2005-2995

CVE-2005-2995 is a low-severity vulnerability in Bacula with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

bacula 1.36.3 and earlier allows local users to modify or read sensitive files via symlink attacks on (1) the temporary file used by autoconf/randpass when openssl is not available, or (2) the mtx.[PID] temporary file in mtx-changer.in.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2995?
bacula 1.36.3 and earlier allows local users to modify or read sensitive files via symlink attacks on (1) the temporary file used by autoconf/randpass when openssl is not available, or (2) the mtx.[PID] temporary file in mtx-changer.in.
How severe is CVE-2005-2995?
CVE-2005-2995 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-2995 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-2005-2995?
CVE-2005-2995 affects Bacula. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2995?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-2995 published?
CVE-2005-2995 was published on 2005-09-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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