PatchTheCVECVE-2005-1751: Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlin
CVE-2005-1751 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.7) affecting shtool. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
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.$$ temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1759.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.7 (Low) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 67%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2005-05-25 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2005-1751?
shtool: upgrade to newer than 2.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2005-1751 being exploited?
CVE-2005-1751 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2005-1751 affect?
CVE-2005-1751 affects shtool. Severity is low (CVSS 3.7). Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .shtool.$$ temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1759.
How urgent is CVE-2005-1751?
Priority 21/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Related CVEs
- CVE-2005-1759 LOW 1.2 UPGRADE Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to modify or create arbitrary files via a symlin