How severe is CVE-2005-2711?

CVE-2005-2711 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-2711 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-2711?

CVE-2005-2711 primarily affects Iss Blackice Agent Server. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2711?

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-2005-2711 published?

CVE-2005-2711 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-2711

CVE-2005-2711 is a high-severity vulnerability in Iss Blackice Agent Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (29th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Iss Blackice Agent Server
Published: 2005-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

ISS BlackIce 3.6, as used in multiple products including BlackICE PC Protection, Server Protection, Agent for Server, and RealSecure Desktop 3.6 and 7.0, does not drop privileges before launching help from the "More Info" button in the "Application Protection" dialog, which allows local users to execute arbitrary programs as SYSTEM.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2711?: ISS BlackIce 3.6, as used in multiple products including BlackICE PC Protection, Server Protection, Agent for Server, and RealSecure Desktop 3.6 and 7.0, does not drop privileges before launching help from the "More Info" button in the "Application Protection" dialog, which allows local users to execute arbitrary programs as SYSTEM.
How severe is CVE-2005-2711?: CVE-2005-2711 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2711 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2711?: CVE-2005-2711 primarily affects Iss Blackice Agent Server. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2711?: 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-2005-2711 published?: CVE-2005-2711 was published on 2005-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_agent_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_pc_protection:3.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_pc_protection:3.6cpu:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_server_protection:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:realsecure_desktop:3.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:realsecure_desktop:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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