CVE-2005-1792
UnknownEPSS 6.88%
Last modified
CVE-2005-1792 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) service allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption and crash) by creating security contexts more quickly than they can be cleared from the RPC cache.. EPSS estimates a 6.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) service allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption and crash) by creating security contexts more quickly than they can be cleared from the RPC cache.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/kb/890196Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.networksecurity.fi/advisories/windows-wmi-rpc.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.microsoft.com/kb/890196Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.networksecurity.fi/advisories/windows-wmi-rpc.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-1792?
Memory leak in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) service allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption and crash) by creating security contexts more quickly than they can be cleared from the RPC cache.
How severe is CVE-2005-1792?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1792 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1792?
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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