CVE-2005-0227: PostgreSQL (pgsql) 7.4.x, 7.2.x, and other versions allows local users to load arbitrary shared libraries a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This 2005 PostgreSQL flaw let a local user load a shared library and run code through the database server. The main business risk is privilege escalation on old PostgreSQL systems, especially shared or multi-user servers. The source bundle does not show current exploitation or a modern CVSS score. Exposure is likely limited to legacy PostgreSQL deployments from the 7.x era or old vendor packages. It matters most where untrusted local users or database users can interact with PostgreSQL on shared hosts. Prioritize if any legacy PostgreSQL 7.x or old Linux distribution packages remain in service. For modern, supported PostgreSQL estates, this is mainly a historical hygiene and asset-discovery issue. Mitigation focus: Inventory PostgreSQL versions and vendor package revisions on legacy systems.; Apply the relevant PostgreSQL or operating-system vendor security update.; Retire unsupported PostgreSQL 7.x deployments where feasible..

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Jun 30, 2026, 01:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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