CVE-2005-1985

Name: CVE-2005-1985
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-10-13T10:02:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 36.33%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1985 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Client Service for NetWare (CSNW) on Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and Sp2, and Server 2003 SP1 and earlier, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to an "unchecked buffer" when processing certain crafted network messages.. EPSS estimates a 36.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Client Service for NetWare (CSNW) on Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and Sp2, and Server 2003 SP1 and earlier, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to an "unchecked buffer" when processing certain crafted network messages.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

36.33%

98.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 2000	All versions	Sp4
Microsoft	Windows 2003 Server	r2	—
Microsoft	Windows 2003 Server	sp1	—
Microsoft	Windows Xp	All versions	Sp1

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 13, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1985?

How severe is CVE-2005-1985?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1985 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 36.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1985?

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