CVE-2005-1649: Medium severity Microsoft Windows XP vulnerability
The IPv6 support in Windows XP SP2, 2003 Server SP1, and Longhorn, with Windows Firewall turned off, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a TCP packet with the SYN flag set and the same destination and source address and port, a variant of CVE-2005-0688 and a reoccurrence of the "Land" vulnerability (CVE-1999-0016).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1649?
CVE-2005-1649 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1649?
To mitigate CVE-2005-1649, ensure the Windows Firewall is enabled or apply patches from Microsoft that address this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1649?
CVE-2005-1649 affects Windows XP SP2, Windows 2003 Server SP1, and Longhorn with the Windows Firewall turned off.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-1649 enable?
CVE-2005-1649 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service attack by sending specially crafted TCP packets.
Is CVE-2005-1649 still a threat today?
While CVE-2005-1649 primarily affects outdated systems, any unpatched systems still running the affected versions remain vulnerable.