CVE-2005-3785: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-3785: Second-order symlink vulnerability in eix-sync.in in Ebuild IndeX (eix) before 0.5.0_pre2 allows local user...

Second-order symlink vulnerability in eix-sync.in in Ebuild IndeX (eix) before 0.5.0_pre2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the exi.X.sync temporary file, which is processed by the diff-eix program.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old local-file overwrite issue in Ebuild IndeX (eix). A user already able to run code on an affected Gentoo system could abuse unsafe temporary-file handling and cause important files to be overwritten. It is not described as remotely exploitable, and the provided sources do not show active exploitation. Exposure is mainly Gentoo systems with Ebuild IndeX eix installed below 0.5.0_pre2, especially shared systems or hosts with untrusted local users. Systems without eix, or without local user access, have much lower practical exposure. Treat this as a targeted legacy exposure rather than an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize remediation if affected Gentoo systems still exist and have multiple local users, build users, or shared administrative access. Mitigation focus: Upgrade eix to 0.5.0_pre2 or later where applicable.; Follow Gentoo GLSA-200511-19 guidance for affected packages.; Limit shell access for untrusted local users until fixed..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 16:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 23, 2005, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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