CVE-2005-2842

Name: CVE-2005-2842
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-09-08T10:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 21.12%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in dwrcs.exe in DameWare Mini Remote Control before 4.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username.. EPSS estimates a 21.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in dwrcs.exe in DameWare Mini Remote Control before 4.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

21.12%

97.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dameware Development	Mini Remote Control Server	4.0
Dameware Development	Mini Remote Control Server	4.1.0.0
Dameware Development	Mini Remote Control Server	4.2.0.0
Dameware Development	Mini Remote Control Server	4.8

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2005-08/1074.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/16655Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014830Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.jpno5.com/Releases/Public/Exploits/Dameware%20Mini%20Remote%20Control%20Exploit/dameware.txtExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/170905Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14707Exploit, Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1596
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42703/
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2005-08/1074.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/16655Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1014830Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.jpno5.com/Releases/Public/Exploits/Dameware%20Mini%20Remote%20Control%20Exploit/dameware.txtExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/170905Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14707Exploit, Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1596
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42703/

Timeline

Published: Sep 8, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2842?

Buffer overflow in dwrcs.exe in DameWare Mini Remote Control before 4.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username.

How severe is CVE-2005-2842?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 21.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2842?

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-2005-2842?

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Source: NVD / NIST