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CVE-2005-2996

UnknownEPSS 5.56%

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CVE-2005-2996 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple heap-based and stack-based buffer overflows in certain DCOM server components in VERITAS Storage Exec Storage Exec 5.3 before Hotfix 9 and StorageCentral 5.2 before Hot Fix 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain ActiveX controls.. EPSS estimates a 5.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple heap-based and stack-based buffer overflows in certain DCOM server components in VERITAS Storage Exec Storage Exec 5.3 before Hotfix 9 and StorageCentral 5.2 before Hot Fix 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain ActiveX controls.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
5.56%

91.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Symantec VeritasStorage Exec5.3_rev._2190r
Symantec VeritasStoragecentral5.2_rev._2190r

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2996?
Multiple heap-based and stack-based buffer overflows in certain DCOM server components in VERITAS Storage Exec Storage Exec 5.3 before Hotfix 9 and StorageCentral 5.2 before Hot Fix 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain ActiveX controls.
How severe is CVE-2005-2996?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2996 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2996?
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