CVE-2005-4860

CVE-2005-4860 is a high-severity vulnerability in Spectrumcu Cash Receipting System with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-327.

Key facts

Description

Spectrum Cash Receipting System before 6.504 uses weak cryptography (static substitution) in the PASSFILE password file, which makes it easier for local users to gain privileges by decrypting a password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4860?
Spectrum Cash Receipting System before 6.504 uses weak cryptography (static substitution) in the PASSFILE password file, which makes it easier for local users to gain privileges by decrypting a password.
How severe is CVE-2005-4860?
CVE-2005-4860 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2005-4860 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (10th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4860?
CVE-2005-4860 affects Spectrumcu Cash Receipting System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4860?
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-2005-4860 published?
CVE-2005-4860 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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