CVE-2004-2555

CVE-2004-2555 is a low-severity vulnerability in Smartstuff Foolproof Security with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Riverdeep FoolProof Security 3.9.x on Windows 98 and Windows ME uses weak cryptography (arithmetic and XOR operations) to relate the Control password to the Administrator password, which allows local users to calculate the Administrator password if they know the Control password and password recovery key.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2555?
Riverdeep FoolProof Security 3.9.x on Windows 98 and Windows ME uses weak cryptography (arithmetic and XOR operations) to relate the Control password to the Administrator password, which allows local users to calculate the Administrator password if they know the Control password and password recovery key.
How severe is CVE-2004-2555?
CVE-2004-2555 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-2555 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2555?
CVE-2004-2555 primarily affects Smartstuff Foolproof Security. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2555?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-2555 published?
CVE-2004-2555 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

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