CVE-2005-0457: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0457: Opera 7.54 and earlier on Gentoo Linux uses an insecure path for plugins, which could allow local users to...

Opera 7.54 and earlier on Gentoo Linux uses an insecure path for plugins, which could allow local users to gain privileges by inserting malicious libraries into the PORTAGE_TMPDIR (portage) temporary directory.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a legacy Gentoo Linux packaging issue affecting Opera 7.54 and earlier. A local user could abuse an insecure plugin library path involving Portage temporary storage to gain higher privileges. It is not a remote browser compromise based on the supplied sources. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Gentoo systems still running Opera 7.54 or earlier from the affected packaging era. Modern systems are unlikely to be exposed unless they retain old packages, images, or build environments. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item. It is not marked actively exploited, but privilege escalation on old Gentoo systems can matter where shared shell access, archived images, or unmanaged workstations still exist. Mitigation focus: Check Gentoo GLSA-200502-17 and vendor package guidance for the supported remediation.; Remove or replace Opera 7.54 and earlier on Gentoo systems.; Audit legacy Gentoo images, build hosts, and archived desktop systems for affected Opera packages..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 00:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 17, 2005, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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