How severe is CVE-2005-4418?

CVE-2005-4418 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-4418 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4418?

CVE-2005-4418 primarily affects Vserver Util-vserver. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4418?

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-2005-4418 published?

CVE-2005-4418 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4418

CVE-2005-4418 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vserver Util-vserver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Vserver Util-vserver
Published: 2005-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

util-vserver before 0.30.208-1 with kernel-patch-vserver before 1.9.5.5 and 2.x before 2.3 for Debian GNU/Linux sets a default policy that trusts unknown capabilities, which could allow local users to conduct unauthorized activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4418?: util-vserver before 0.30.208-1 with kernel-patch-vserver before 1.9.5.5 and 2.x before 2.3 for Debian GNU/Linux sets a default policy that trusts unknown capabilities, which could allow local users to conduct unauthorized activities.
How severe is CVE-2005-4418?: CVE-2005-4418 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-4418 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4418?: CVE-2005-4418 primarily affects Vserver Util-vserver. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4418?: 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-2005-4418 published?: CVE-2005-4418 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:vserver:util-vserver:0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vserver:util-vserver:0.30.209:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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