Vulnerability Description
Nortel VPN client 5.01 stores the cleartext password in the memory of the Extranet.exe process, which could allow local users to obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nortel | Contivity | 5.01 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111151589203707&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013512ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.nta-monitor.com/news/vpn-flaws/nortel/nortel-client/ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19791
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111151589203707&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013512ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.nta-monitor.com/news/vpn-flaws/nortel/nortel-client/ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19791
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0844?
CVE-2005-0844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Nortel VPN client 5.01 stores the cleartext password in the memory of the Extranet.exe process, which could allow local users to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2005-0844?
CVE-2005-0844 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nortel Contivity.