CVE-2005-4773

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified

CVE-2005-4773 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The configuration of VMware ESX Server 2.x, 2.0.x, 2.1.x, and 2.5.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (shutdown) via the (1) halt, (2) poweroff, and (3) reboot scripts executed at the service console.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The configuration of VMware ESX Server 2.x, 2.0.x, 2.1.x, and 2.5.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (shutdown) via the (1) halt, (2) poweroff, and (3) reboot scripts executed at the service console.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.29%

20.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
VmwareEsx<= 2.5.2
VmwareEsx1.5.2Patch1
VmwareEsx2.0
VmwareEsx2.0.1
VmwareEsx2.1.1
VmwareEsx2.1.2
VmwareEsx2.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-4773?
The configuration of VMware ESX Server 2.x, 2.0.x, 2.1.x, and 2.5.x allows local users to cause a denial of service (shutdown) via the (1) halt, (2) poweroff, and (3) reboot scripts executed at the service console.
How severe is CVE-2005-4773?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4773 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4773?
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