CVE-2005-2852

Name: CVE-2005-2852
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-09-08T10:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 39.56%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2852 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in CIFS.NLM in Novell Netware 6.5 SP2 and SP3, 5.1, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (ABEND) via an incorrect password length, as exploited by the "worm.rbot.ccc" worm.. EPSS estimates a 39.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unknown vulnerability in CIFS.NLM in Novell Netware 6.5 SP2 and SP3, 5.1, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (ABEND) via an incorrect password length, as exploited by the "worm.rbot.ccc" worm.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

39.56%

98.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Novell	Netware	5.1	—
Novell	Netware	6.0	—
Novell	Netware	6.5	Sp2

References

http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971821.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971822.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971832.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971821.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971822.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2971832.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2852?

How severe is CVE-2005-2852?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2852 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 39.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2852?

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-2005-2852?

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Source: NVD / NIST