How severe is CVE-2005-1166?

CVE-2005-1166 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2005-1166 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1166?

CVE-2005-1166 primarily affects Dameware Development Dameware Nt Utilities. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1166?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-1166 published?

CVE-2005-1166 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1166

CVE-2005-1166 is a low-severity vulnerability in Dameware Development Dameware Nt Utilities 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

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Dameware Development Dameware Nt Utilities
Published: 2005-05-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The DNTUS26 process in Dameware NT Utilities and the DWRCS process in MiniRemote Control 4.9 and earlier stores the username and password in cleartext in memory, which could allow attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1166?: The DNTUS26 process in Dameware NT Utilities and the DWRCS process in MiniRemote Control 4.9 and earlier stores the username and password in cleartext in memory, which could allow attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2005-1166?: CVE-2005-1166 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2005-1166 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1166?: CVE-2005-1166 primarily affects Dameware Development Dameware Nt Utilities. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1166?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-1166 published?: CVE-2005-1166 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:dameware_development:dameware_nt_utilities:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:dameware_development:miniremote_control:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*