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CVE-2005-0852

First published: Mon May 02 2005(Updated: )

Microsoft Windows XP SP1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) via an empty datagram to a raw IP over IP socket (IP protocol 4), as originally demonstrated using code in Python 2.3.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0852?

    The severity of CVE-2005-0852 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0852?

    To fix CVE-2005-0852, apply the latest updates or patches provided by Microsoft for Windows XP SP1.

  • Which versions of Windows XP are affected by CVE-2005-0852?

    CVE-2005-0852 specifically affects Microsoft Windows XP SP1.

  • Can CVE-2005-0852 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2005-0852 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.

  • What can happen if CVE-2005-0852 is exploited?

    Exploiting CVE-2005-0852 can cause the affected system to crash, resulting in a denial of service.

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