CVE-2005-1184: Medium severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability
The TCP/IP stack in multiple operating systems allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a TCP packet with the correct sequence number but the wrong Acknowledgement number, which generates a large number of "keep alive" packets. NOTE: some followups indicate that this issue could not be replicated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1184?
CVE-2005-1184 is a medium severity vulnerability that may lead to denial of service due to excessive CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1184?
To fix CVE-2005-1184, apply available patches or updates from the affected operating system vendors.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1184?
CVE-2005-1184 affects multiple Microsoft operating systems, including Windows NT 4.0, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003.
What type of attack exploits CVE-2005-1184?
CVE-2005-1184 can be exploited through a specifically crafted TCP packet that causes a denial of service.
Is CVE-2005-1184 still relevant today?
While CVE-2005-1184 primarily affects older systems, it may still pose a risk if those systems are in use and not adequately secured.