CVE-2005-1848

Name: CVE-2005-1848
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-07-11T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.93%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1848 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The dhcpcd DHCP client before 1.3.22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via unknown vectors that cause an out-of-bounds memory read.. EPSS estimates a 1.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The dhcpcd DHCP client before 1.3.22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via unknown vectors that cause an out-of-bounds memory read.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.93%

77.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Phystech	Dhcpcd	1.3.17_pl2

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-750Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-603.html
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-750Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-603.html

Timeline

Published: Jul 11, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1848?

The dhcpcd DHCP client before 1.3.22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via unknown vectors that cause an out-of-bounds memory read.

How severe is CVE-2005-1848?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1848 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1848?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-1848?

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Source: NVD / NIST