CVE-2005-2842
UnknownEPSS 21.12%
Last modified
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
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://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
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- 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.
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