PatchTheCVECVE-2005-1759: Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to modify or create arbitrary files via a symlin
CVE-2005-1759 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 1.2) 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 modify or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files after they have been created, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1751.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 1.2 (Low) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 71%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2005-06-28 |
| 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-2005-1759?
shtool: upgrade to newer than 2.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2005-1759 being exploited?
CVE-2005-1759 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-2005-1759 affect?
CVE-2005-1759 affects shtool. Severity is low (CVSS 1.2). Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to modify or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files after they have been created, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-1751.
How urgent is CVE-2005-1759?
Priority 11/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Related CVEs
- CVE-2005-1751 LOW 3.7 UPGRADE Race condition in shtool 2.0.1 and earlier allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlin