How severe is CVE-2005-3701?

CVE-2005-3701 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-3701 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-3701?

CVE-2005-3701 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3701?

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-2005-3701 published?

CVE-2005-3701 was published on 2005-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-3701

CVE-2005-3701 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X Server 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% (28th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Mac Os X Server
Published: 2005-12-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in passwordserver in Mac OS X Server 10.3.9 and 10.4.3, when creating an Open Directory master server, allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3701?: Unspecified vulnerability in passwordserver in Mac OS X Server 10.3.9 and 10.4.3, when creating an Open Directory master server, allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2005-3701?: CVE-2005-3701 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3701 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3701?: CVE-2005-3701 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3701?: 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-2005-3701 published?: CVE-2005-3701 was published on 2005-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.3.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.4.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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