CVE-2005-3580

CVE-2005-3580 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qdbm 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

Description

QDBM before 1.8.33-r2 allows local users in the portage group to increase privileges via a shared object in the Portage temporary build directory, which is added to the search path allowing objects in it to be loaded at runtime.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3580?
QDBM before 1.8.33-r2 allows local users in the portage group to increase privileges via a shared object in the Portage temporary build directory, which is added to the search path allowing objects in it to be loaded at runtime.
How severe is CVE-2005-3580?
CVE-2005-3580 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3580 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-2005-3580?
CVE-2005-3580 primarily affects Qdbm. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3580?
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-2005-3580 published?
CVE-2005-3580 was published on 2005-11-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)