CVE-2005-4279: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-4279: Untrusted search path vulnerability in Qt-UnixODBC before 3.3.4-r1 on Gentoo Linux allows local users in th...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Qt-UnixODBC before 3.3.4-r1 on Gentoo Linux allows local users in the portage group to gain privileges via a malicious shared object in the Portage temporary build directory, which is part of the RUNPATH.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:38 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old Gentoo Linux package issue where Qt-UnixODBC builds before 3.3.4-r1 could trust an unsafe library search path. A local user already in the portage group could potentially raise privileges by placing a malicious shared library in the build temporary directory. Exposure appears limited to Gentoo Linux systems with Qt-UnixODBC before 3.3.4-r1 and local users in the portage group. The provided CVE data does not identify other distributions or products. Treat as a targeted legacy Linux hardening item, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize systems where untrusted or broad developer access overlaps with Gentoo package build privileges. Mitigation focus: Check Gentoo GLSA-200510-14 for the vendor-approved fixed package guidance.; Upgrade Qt-UnixODBC on Gentoo systems to 3.3.4-r1 or later where applicable.; Restrict portage group membership to trusted administrative users only..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 15:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 16, 2005, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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