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CVE-2004-2555

UnknownEPSS 0.83%

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CVE-2004-2555 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Riverdeep FoolProof Security 3.9.x on Windows 98 and Windows ME uses weak cryptography (arithmetic and XOR operations) to relate the Control password to the Administrator password, which allows local users to calculate the Administrator password if they know the Control password and password recovery key.. EPSS estimates a 0.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Riverdeep FoolProof Security 3.9.x on Windows 98 and Windows ME uses weak cryptography (arithmetic and XOR operations) to relate the Control password to the Administrator password, which allows local users to calculate the Administrator password if they know the Control password and password recovery key.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.83%

53.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SmartstuffFoolproof Security3.9
SmartstuffFoolproof Security3.9.4
SmartstuffFoolproof Security3.9.7

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2555?
Riverdeep FoolProof Security 3.9.x on Windows 98 and Windows ME uses weak cryptography (arithmetic and XOR operations) to relate the Control password to the Administrator password, which allows local users to calculate the Administrator password if they know the Control password and password recovery key.
How severe is CVE-2004-2555?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2555 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2555?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST