CVE-2005-4451
CVE-2005-4451 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Hp-ux 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: 3% (84th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Hp Hp-ux
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Unspecified vulnerability in Software Distributor in HP-UX B.11.11 allows remote attackers to gain access via unspecified attack vectors.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2005-4451?
- Unspecified vulnerability in Software Distributor in HP-UX B.11.11 allows remote attackers to gain access via unspecified attack vectors.
- How severe is CVE-2005-4451?
- CVE-2005-4451 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2005-4451 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2005-4451?
- CVE-2005-4451 affects Hp Hp-ux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2005-4451?
- 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-2005-4451 published?
- CVE-2005-4451 was published on 2005-12-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18180
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18418
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015381
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-005.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419897/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15979
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3009
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5638
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:hp:hp-ux:11.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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