CVE-2005-1751: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-1751: Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a sym...

Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .shtool.$$ temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1759.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:59 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2005-1751 is an old local-file race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier. A user who already has local access may be able to interfere with shtool temporary-file handling and cause file creation or modification. The source bundle does not show remote exploitation or current active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix or Linux systems with shtool 2.0.1 or earlier installed, especially where untrusted local users can run workflows using shtool. Treat this as a legacy local privilege-adjacent risk, not an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize remediation during legacy platform review, especially on shared servers and build systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for shtool 2.0.1 or earlier.; Check Debian, Red Hat, Gentoo, and upstream guidance for applicable updates.; Remove shtool where it is no longer required..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 20:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 25, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9639CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:345CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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