CVE-2005-1985
First published: Thu Oct 13 2005(Updated: )
The Client Service for NetWare (CSNW) on Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and Sp2, and Server 2003 SP1 and earlier, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to an "unchecked buffer" when processing certain crafted network messages.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015041
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15066
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17165
- http://www.osvdb.org/19922
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21700
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A910
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1544
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1536
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1210
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1106
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-046
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1985?
CVE-2005-1985 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1985?
To mitigate CVE-2005-1985, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your version of Windows.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1985?
CVE-2005-1985 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP1, SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and earlier.
Can CVE-2005-1985 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-1985 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted network messages to the vulnerable systems.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-1985?
CVE-2005-1985 is categorized as a buffer overflow vulnerability, which leads to arbitrary code execution.
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