How severe is CVE-2005-3345?

CVE-2005-3345 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-3345 being actively exploited?

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

What products are affected by CVE-2005-3345?

CVE-2005-3345 primarily affects Rssh. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3345?

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-2005-3345 published?

CVE-2005-3345 was published on 2005-12-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-3345

CVE-2005-3345 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rssh 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% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Rssh
Published: 2005-12-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

rssh 2.0.0 through 2.2.3 allows local users to bypass access restrictions and gain root privileges by using the rssh_chroot_helper command to chroot to an external directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3345?: rssh 2.0.0 through 2.2.3 allows local users to bypass access restrictions and gain root privileges by using the rssh_chroot_helper command to chroot to an external directory.
How severe is CVE-2005-3345?: CVE-2005-3345 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3345 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3345?: CVE-2005-3345 primarily affects Rssh. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3345?: 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-2005-3345 published?: CVE-2005-3345 was published on 2005-12-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rssh:rssh:2.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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