CVE-2005-2579

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified

CVE-2005-2579 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Nortel Contivity VPN Client V05_01.030, when configuring a certificate to be used as authentication, does not properly drop system privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by opening a program with the File Open dialog box.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Nortel Contivity VPN Client V05_01.030, when configuring a certificate to be used as authentication, does not properly drop system privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by opening a program with the File Open dialog box.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.29%

20.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NortelContivityv05_01.030

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2579?
Nortel Contivity VPN Client V05_01.030, when configuring a certificate to be used as authentication, does not properly drop system privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by opening a program with the File Open dialog box.
How severe is CVE-2005-2579?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2579 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2579?
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