How severe is CVE-2004-1851?

CVE-2004-1851 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-1851 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-1851?

CVE-2004-1851 affects Dameware Development Mini Remote Control Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1851?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2004-1851 published?

CVE-2004-1851 was published on 2004-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-1851

CVE-2004-1851 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dameware Development Mini Remote Control Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (62nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Dameware Development Mini Remote Control Server
Published: 2004-03-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Dameware Mini Remote Control 4.1.0.0 uses insufficiently random data to create the encryption key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via brute force guessing.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1851?: Dameware Mini Remote Control 4.1.0.0 uses insufficiently random data to create the encryption key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via brute force guessing.
How severe is CVE-2004-1851?: CVE-2004-1851 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1851 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1851?: CVE-2004-1851 affects Dameware Development Mini Remote Control Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1851?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-1851 published?: CVE-2004-1851 was published on 2004-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dameware_development:mini_remote_control_server:4.1_.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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