CVE-2005-4696
First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )
The Microsoft Wireless Zero Configuration system (WZCS) stores WEP keys and pair-wise Master Keys (PMK) of the WPA pre-shared key in plaintext in memory of the explorer process, which allows attackers with access to process memory to steal the keys and access the network.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2005-10/0016.html
- http://www.soonerorlater.hu/index.khtml?article_id=62
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15008
- http://www.osvdb.org/19873
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17064
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/46
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1970
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22524
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/26323/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4696?
CVE-2005-4696 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive network keys.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4696?
To mitigate CVE-2005-4696, users should upgrade their operating system to a version that does not have this vulnerability, as it specifically affects certain versions of Windows XP.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-4696?
CVE-2005-4696 affects users of Microsoft Windows XP, particularly those running gold or Service Pack 2 versions across multiple editions.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2005-4696?
The potential impact of CVE-2005-4696 includes unauthorized access to the wireless network by attackers who can extract stored keys from memory.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-4696?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2005-4696 other than applying system updates or moving to a supported operating system.
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